Yo, Philly in the News

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John "Jordan" Lewis, who murdered Philadelphia Police Officer Chuck Cassidy, was sentenced to death yesterday. The jury deliberated for less than an hour in deciding whether to sentence Lewis to life in prison or death. Cassidy's widow, Judy, probably put it best: "There are no winners" in this case.

The off-duty police officer who shot and killed 21-year-old William Panas, Jr., during a street brawl in Port Richmond had been investigated for a number of civilian complaints, including seeking retribution for his family while off-duty and using excessive force.

Cue right-wing outrage: The federal appeals court in Philadelphia has ruled that school districts can legally ban religious Christmas songs.

The Sixers were pretty much dreadful defensively in a 108-107 loss to the Wizards last night.

In a City 6 battle of who-can-suck-less, Drexel posted a solid nine-point win over Penn at the Palestra. Meanwhile, Temple took Ball State out to the woodshed for a 20-point home victory.

Today's AccuWeather forecast: Cool with spots of drizzle and fog, high of 55°.

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