🌱 Sanitation Worker Killed +Chilly Philly Marathon +National Dog Show

Hey, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. In today's issue, you'll find news about...

• Philadelphia police have released surveillance video of the suspect wanted in connection with the murder of a City of Philadelphia sanitation worker shot on the job.
• Thousands of runners from all over the U.S. came to Philadelphia to run and brave the cold in one of the top 10 marathons in the country.
• It was a dog day afternoon as the top dogs dazzled the crowds at Kennel Club of Philadelphia's National Dog Show.

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But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 45 Low: 29.

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Here are the top three stories in Philadelphia today:

1. For the second time this year, a Philadelphia City worker has been shot and killed while on the job. Ikeem Johnson, 35, was fatally shot while collecting garbage on Rowland Avenue in Mayfair on Friday morning. Investigators say the suspect took off in a dark-colored Subaru Outback with a roof rack and tinted windows. (6abc Philadelphia)
2. It was a chilly start for runners participating in this year's Philadelphia Marathon. Despite temperatures just above freezing, they were racing to the finish along the 26-mile course where top prizes worth thousands of dollars awaited them.
3. The Kennel Club of Philadelphia's two all-breed dog shows were held this past weekend but the coverage will be broadcast on Thanksgiving Day. The shows, sanctioned by The American Kennel Club, help raise money for a variety of canine-related causes such as The University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine. Who's the top dog? (WPVI-TV)

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Today in Philadelphia:

• Student-Led Conferences Q1 - U School (12:00 AM)
• First Round of World Cup @ Misconduct Tavern (2:00 PM)
• KMA Meeting - Keystone Academy Charter School (7:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Don't ya miss the pandemic when nobody was allowed to travel for Thanksgiving? Crooner Perry Como said it best, "there's no place like home for the holidays," so pack your bag and go eat with your tribe! Here's how Philadelphia International airport is bracing for the holiday rush. (WHYY)
• Just like a lifeguard's whistle reminds you of summertime, the ring of a handbell reminds you of the red kettle of the Salvation Army. It's that time again and you'll see and hear the bell and kettle outside stores and heavily foot traveled shopping districts. (WPVI-TV)
• Hey, if the Powerball Lotto was up to $375 million would you buy a ticket? Sure you would, millions of people would! The recent Senate race between Dr. Oz and John Fetterman spent $375 million in one of the costliest elections in the commonwealth. (billypenn.com)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Patty-Pat Kozlowski

About me: Patty-Pat Kozlowski has been writing community news and Philly-cenric Op/Eds for over 20 years. A Jill of all trades she's been a stand-up comedian, chef, DJ, newspaper editor, food trucker and Parks Director for Philadelphia Parks & Rec as well as a community relations/legislative aide for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Philadelphia City Council.

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