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Philadelphia Mob Boss's Home Might Become Historic Site

Published March 11, 2016 at 1:52 PM EST
South Philadelphia is debating whether the home of the late Mafia godfather Angelo Bruno on Snyder Avenue is worthy of preservation to the city's historical commission. (WHYY)
South Philadelphia is debating whether the home of the late Mafia godfather Angelo Bruno on Snyder Avenue is worthy of preservation to the city's historical commission. (WHYY)

How should cities remember the notorious figures of their past? Philadelphia is now struggling with that question as city officials figure out whether the home of a one-time mob boss should become a city landmark. Bobby Allyn of Here & Now Contributor WHYY reports.

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