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CBS News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Philadelphia's Odunde Festival brings a piece of African culture to city streets
The 50th Odunde Festival returned to South Philadelphia this weekend as thousands took part in the event that celebrates African culture. Odunde is one of the largest African street festivals in the country, featuring more than 100 vendors offering African-inspired food, clothing, art and more. "I think it's phenomenal," said Pamela Hailey. CBS Philadelphia Hailey traveled from Charlotte, North Carolina, to attend Odunde for the first time. She said it's amazing to take part in an event that honors African heritage. "It's nice to celebrate that. It's a beautiful energy. It's a beautiful day," she said. "Each vendor has its own characteristics. It's just that one time to get the one thing that no one else has in the world from that one artist. It's just priceless." CBS Philadelphia Kevin Hudson has been a vendor for the past five years. He said it was great to see people from other cultures enjoy the festival. "It's a melting pot. You have people coming to have a good time. Different cultures meshing. It's like a melting pot. It's a nice way to bring people together," he said. Another festivalgoer, Isaiah, who now lives in Philadelphia, is Nigerian and said Odunde is something that brings him great pride. CBS Philadelphia "What it means for me is like heavily just rooted in Blackness and being African. It's great that other people come and enjoy the festival, but I think it's amazing to just have a space for us," he said. "To have something like this, I think, is hugely precious." He says he hopes the festival continues to grow.
CBS News
23-05-2025
- CBS News
South Philadelphia shooting leaves 1 dead, 2 injured, police say
A shooting in South Philadelphia has left one person dead and two others wounded on Thursday night, police said. The shooting happened in the area of 7th and Tree streets, which is just south of Snyder Avenue, around 9:30 p.m., according to police. The two people injured in the shooting were taken to the hospital, police said. It's unclear what led to the shooting. This is a developing story and will be updated.
CBS News
15-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Palizzi Social Club, one of South Philadelphia's most exclusive clubs, welcoming 100 new members
South Philadelphia social club opens membership to the public for first time in two years South Philadelphia social club opens membership to the public for first time in two years South Philadelphia social club opens membership to the public for first time in two years Hidden behind the facade of a classic South Philly rowhome, Palizzi Social Club has been a cherished members-only establishment for over a century. Founded in 1918 by a group from Vasto, Italy, the club has long served as a space where members could connect, converse in Italian, and uphold traditions passed down through generations. They named the club after Filippo Palizzi, a painter from their town who was perhaps its most famous resident. Palizzi isn't just a club — it's a tradition, a taste of history, and an experience. The atmosphere exudes nostalgia — from the classic Formica tables and tile floors to the warm embrace of community, every detail pays homage to its storied past. General Manager Jorgen Eriksen, despite not being Italian himself, describes the feeling as familiar and comfortable. General Manager Jorgen Eriksen pours a drink behind the bar at the Palizzi Social Club, an exclusive South Philadelphia club that after two years is once again welcoming new members, but only 100. CBS News Philadelphia Palizzi Social Club remains committed to its roots, offering authentic Italian cuisine, served family style in a setting free of phones and photography. But for the first time in two years, the club is welcoming 100 new members into its exclusive circle over the next month. Membership comes with perks, and for a few, that includes access to the newly opened President's Room — a cozy martini bar featuring live jazz music, where the ambiance is as intimate as it is inviting. The President's Room offers cocktails and light snacks to enjoy before or after a meal downstairs in the main dining room. Every Thursday in May, Palizzi Social Club will release 25 memberships at the door, starting at 3 p.m. The first 10 customers in line will receive a gold seal upgrade for entry into the President's Room. The cost of membership is $20.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Yahoo
77-year-old man shot in the face in South Philadelphia
The Brief A 77-year-old man was critically shot in South Philadelphia on Sunday. He suffered a gunshot wound to the face. A motive is unknown, and no arrests have been made. PHILADELPHIA - An elderly man is in critical condition after a shooting in South Philadelphia early Sunday morning. What we know Officers responded to reports of a shooting on the 3600 block of South Broad Street around 5:43 a.m. They arrived to find a 77-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to his face. He was taken to a local hospital in critical condition. What we don't know A motive for the shooting is unknown, along with the identity of the victim. No arrests have been made, an police have yet to release any possible suspect descriptions. An investigation is underway. The Source Information from this article was provided by Philadelphia police.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
Wife of man killed after he was struck by SEPTA bus files lawsuit
The Brief A tragedy in January in South Philadelphia, as a husband and wife were crossing the street when they were struck by a SEPTA bus. The wife survived with serious injuries, but her husband did not. She says something needs to change so it doesn't happen to anyone else. SOUTH PHILADELPHIA - Four months after a horrific accident in South Philadelphia, a widow talks about the night she and her husband were struck by a SEPTA bus, killing her husband and why she is standing for changes. What we know "I wanna make sure it doesn't happen to anyone else," Kayla Spooner stated. She explained why she doesn't want anyone else hit by a SEPTA bus and killed like her husband Michael was on January 3rd, while in a South Philadelphia crosswalk, after waiting for the pedestrian walk sign. She has filed a lawsuit against SEPTA and the company that made the bus, New Flyer. "I lost my husband, but Michael was also a brother, a son, uncle. If I can save anybody else, any family from having to go through what I went through and am still going through, I would like to make a difference," Kayla explained. The backstory Kayla and Michael Spooner were crossing Front Street at Washington Avenue with the light at 6:49 p.m., when the Route 64 bus was making a left onto Washington Avenue, hitting them both. Kayla survived. Michael was run over and dragged to his death. SEPTA sources immediately told FOX 29 News it was because of a previously known issue with the side view mirror that causes a blind spot for the drivers. What they're saying Kayla's attorney, Jordan Strokovsky, explained, "For years it's been known that these New Flyer buses – the mirrors have been causing a blind spot. And, they've been causing crashes, they've been causing serious accidents. They've been causing fatalities. Not just in Philadelphia, but all across the country." "Too many lives have been taken because of that mirror," retired SEPTA bus driver Joe Wilson stated. Decades-long SEPTA bus driver Wilson spoke about the mirror danger to FOX 29 days after Michael Spooner's death. Visibly upset the problem wasn't fixed after Sheena White was also hit and killed by a SEPTA bus on Washington Avenue in 2014. Her family said she was also in the driver's side view mirror blind spot. "He never saw them. If you pull up to that corner and they're walking and you're going to turn, they're not in your view at all. You're blindsided," Wilson explained. Kayla said, "It's just really sad that this happened to someone else and it happened again." Kayla's lawsuit includes the same thing Joe Wilson told FOX 29's Steve Keeley, claiming, quote, "Instead of remedying the defect, a SEPTA supervisor suggested drivers move forward or back or left to right." "I had one instructor tell me, 'Well, Joe, you just lift up out that seat,' and you shouldn't have to move. If you're driving that bus, you shouldn't have to lift up out the seat and to do anything," Wilson said. Strokovsky continued, "We don't know why they've made the poor decisions that they've made, but it's our job to make sure they make the right decisions going forward." "It's so sad that people have to die to bring attention to a tragedy," Wilson stated. "And, that's another reason why I'm going through with the lawsuit. I don't want Michael to be just another number, or somebody else to be another number, especially when – if there's a known issue, there's accidents and then there's negligence," Kayla said. She continued, "Every time I walk down Washington, I am constantly thinking what are the odds that this happens again? Every time I cross the street and there's a bus there, I'm staring it down because I try to picture what part of it hit me. How it hit Michael. How, you know, the whole thing happened. And, that's just constantly every time I see a bus." The other side SEPTA told FOX 29: "SEPTA has thoroughly examined the size, placement and design of side-view bus mirrors. There is no indication that the mirrors cause hazards or exacerbate blind spots." "As is the case with any large vehicle on the road, SEPTA buses have blind spots. SEPTA bus operators receive extensive training and instruction on how to account for these blind spots and ensure safe travel for pedestrians, motorists and others who share the road."
