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Pennsylvania state lawmakers who tried to impeach Philadelphia’s elected progressive prosecutor improperly tried to stretch that process across two different legislative sessions, the state’s highest court ruled Thursday.

Mayor Cherelle Parker said Wednesday the Philadelphia 76ers will spend millions to support the city and its school district, as well as initiatives designed to benefit residents and small businesses — if its controversial proposal to build an arena in Center City is approved.

 A Philadelphia police officer has died of his wounds, nearly three months after being shot in the neck after stopping a vehicle while on duty, city officials said.