Friday in the Daily News - crimes and musical mayhem

State Rep. John Perzel wants to push for

» READ MORE: new laws

that would make it harder for violent offenders to get out of prison without serving their full sentences.

Deputy Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel has won the

» READ MORE: Fencl Award.

Supporters rally to save

» READ MORE: the Boyd Theater

.

Looking for a little historical Memorial weekend fun? Check out the interactive performance of

» READ MORE: 1776 tonight.

Up today: Very little most likely. Mayor Nutter doesn't even have a public schedule. Has he gone down the shore?