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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Several local groups are marking MLK Day this long weekend to honor Dr. King's legacy of civic engagement. Residents can join free museum access, volunteer workdays, and a tribute concert on Monday, Jan. 19 at city venues. Metro Philadelphia
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Last week, two dogs were shocked on Center City sidewalks when a 60-pound Samoyed mix near Fourth & Pine and an Italian greyhound near North 23rd & Cherry experienced electrical jolts; both pets are recovering after their owners reported the incidents to PECO and local authorities. KYW Newsradio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 197th Philadelphia Flower Show is six weeks away and will be held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in early March. Preview renderings reveal a fantasy display with giant root-like forms — a nod to American gardening history. WHYY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia residents can cut heating costs by sealing air leaks in doors, windows, and outlets using affordable fixes like door sweeps and window kits (costing under $20). Experts say a small investment goes far in keeping homes warmer during winter. KYW Newsradio
- ➤ Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts is set for a 10-year, $150 million greening project — to create more pedestrian-friendly sidewalks, greenery, outdoor dining and art installations — after a groundbreaking on Wednesday. Work on the first block near the Kimmel Center will begin later this month and continue through 2027. WHYY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia Midwife Collective will turn a 100-year-old house in Germantown into a new birth center with two birthing suites, exam areas, and a community room for classes. The center is scheduled to open in spring 2027 to offer low-risk mothers a home-like option. WHYY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a tough playoff exit, the Eagles begin evaluating free agency options today as they look to re-sign key talent. Players such as Dallas Goedert, Nakobe Dean, and Jaelan Phillips face different paths as the team plans for a competitive 2026 season. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Temple announced Tuesday that assistant coach Bill Courtney died suddenly at 55 — he joined in June 2025 and brought over 30 years of coaching experience from stops including Cornell and Miami. KYW Newsradio
- ➤ The Philadelphia Sixers lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers 133-107 on Thursday, Jan. 15 with Donovan Mitchell scoring 35 points and Dominick Barlow exiting with a back contusion — the team will host the Cavaliers Friday at 7:00 p.m. as they seek to rebound. Metro Philadelphia
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