Gaza-Born Writer Challenges Fetterman

Ahmed Moor, a 42-year-old Gaza-born writer from West Philadelphia, became the first Democrat to announce a 2028 primary challenge to Sen. John Fetterman.

Moor, a Democratic Socialists of America member who worked in finance before turning to journalism, has never held public office and is calling for sanctions on Israel and an end to the war in Iran.

Fetterman, one of Israel’s most outspoken supporters in Congress, has faced backlash from some Pennsylvania Democrats, and Gov. Josh Shapiro said this week he “has a lot of work to do” to regain voters’ trust.

Fetterman, first elected in 2022, hasn’t said whether he’ll seek reelection, while Moor plans to travel the state to meet voters.

Council Seeks Foster Care Hearing

Philadelphia City Council members are calling for a hearing on the city’s foster care system after the death of 10-year-old Malayshia Alford.

Her body was found in the trunk of a car in Lindenwold, New Jersey, on Nov. 4, ending a 10-day search. Her 36-year-old foster mother, a Philadelphia school teacher, has been charged with murder.

Court documents show the foster mother had faced past allegations of child abuse, raising questions about why she was allowed to care for children.

Police and the district attorney’s office are subpoenaing the city’s Department of Human Services as investigators review how the case was handled.

Veterans Day Deals, Tributes, and Tips

Businesses across Pennsylvania are thanking veterans and active-duty service members with free meals and discounts today, from a free half-turkey sub and fountain drink at Sheetz to a free Grand Slam at Denny’s.

National Park Service sites are also free to visit today. Most offers require proof of service, like a military ID, VA card, or DD-214.

In Mercer County, the Avenue of 444 Flags and War on Terror Memorial in Hermitage honors fallen service members, while Keystone Safari and Webb Winery are offering military discounts.

AARP Pennsylvania is warning veterans about scammers who pose as government agencies or offer to secure VA benefits for a fee. Suspected scams can be reported at 833-38V-SAFE.

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➤ Philadelphia: Bob Boone, the Phillies catcher who helped win the 1980 World Series, died at 78. He made four All-Star teams and won seven Gold Gloves. (More)

➤ Pittsburgh: A woman was rescued after falling about 100 feet down a hillside in the city’s Oakland neighborhood, Pittsburgh Public Safety said. (More)

➤ Western PA: PennDOT says deer crashes are rising in the region, especially along Route 28 near Cheswick, and it places warning signs based on crash patterns. (More)

➤ State College: Penn State projects a $124 million shortfall in its $2.2 billion education budget, driven largely by $87 million in lost revenue from declining enrollment. (More)

➤ Reading: Alvernia University plans to acquire Marian University in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, with sponsorship moving to the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters who founded Alvernia. (More)

➤ Harrisburg: The city installed new speed cushions after removing temporary ones following conversations with PennDOT this summer, aiming to slow drivers down. (More)

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➤ Local sprinter Ben Johnson, a 1933 Plymouth High grad whose injury kept him out of the 1936 Olympics, has been inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. (More)

➤ Jordan Davis gave Eagles fans an emotional farewell at Philadelphia International Airport before heading to Jacksonville after this week’s trade. (More)

➤ The EQT Pittsburgh 10-Miler set a record Sunday for the most runners in event history, with the course winding through downtown Pittsburgh. (More)

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➤ Designer Richard Keith Langham helped a childhood friend turn her 1850 Lancaster County stone farmhouse into a storybook showpiece. (See Photos)

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Who wins Sunday’s Steelers-Eagles showdown?

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3. Eagles: 6%

Former Phillies catcher Bob Boone’s family made baseball history by becoming the first what?

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