🌱 Philly Schools Need Billions + Man Faces Child Molestation Charges

Morning, neighbors! Sean Peek here with your fresh copy of the Philadelphia Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the most important things happening in our community.

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Breezy with a shower. High: 55 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories today in Philadelphia:

1. Philadelphia's School District leaders have asked City Council for billions to address school infrastructure problems and other issues. Although spending on city schools has increased, officials say they need more money to fix problems such as school closures due to asbestos. The city has proposed a budget of $282 million, but officials say they need $2.4 billion to repair building systems and $430 million annually to address health hazards and safety deficiencies. (WHYY)
2. A man accused of shooting two Philadelphia police officers during a weekend standoff in Germantown is now facing charges of child molestation, in addition to charges related to the shooting. Steve Robbins was shot and hospitalized in critical condition after police returned fire. The officers were not injured, as they were protected by their body armor. Robbins now faces a total of four criminal cases, including seven counts of assault of a law enforcement officer and related offenses. (WPVI-TV)
3. Two juveniles have been arrested and charged for a quadruple shooting in Northeast Philadelphia that left three teenagers dead. Two other men are being sought by police as persons of interest in the case. Police found ballistic evidence on the road and a firearm inside the residence where the victims were located. (Patch)

Today in Philadelphia:

• Art Open Studio At Please Touch Museum (10:00 AM)
• Diversitech 2023 At Rivers Casino Philadelphia (10:00 AM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night At El Camino Real Restaurant (7:00 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night At Trolley Tap House (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• One night, five albums, Sep. 21: The Jonas Brothers are coming to Philly! Interested in the presale? Check out the link. (Patch)
• New homes have been listed for sale in the Philly area! Get all the property details at the link. (Philadelphia Patch)
• Are you looking to fill your social calendar with Cinco de Mayo festivities? Check out the list of the best events happening in and around Philly this week at the link! (PW-Philadelphia Weekly)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.