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Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This month new dining spots are opening across the Philly area — Narberth is leading with two restaurant expansions while Center City, South Jersey, and Chestnut Hill are set to debut offerings from Feb. 6 to Feb. 18. The Philadelphia Inquirer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia business owners face higher tax bills after the city ended the BIRT break on the first $100,000 of revenue in 2025; affected owners may receive free assistance through the Business Tax Preparation Program & council is considering a relief bill for sole proprietors. WHYY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dave Matthews Band announced summer shows at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden on July 10 and 11, with tickets on sale Friday, Feb. 20 at 10 a.m., while a digital encore of its Labor Day Weekend concerts from last summer will stream on volta.live from Feb. 13 to 15. WHYY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A bipartisan bill to require a bell-to-bell cellphone ban in school buildings passed the Senate 46-1 and will now head to the state House. Gov. Shapiro has listed the measure as a priority and will sign it as soon as it reaches his desk (exceptions exist for special student needs). KYW Newsradio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At just 17, Ranvir Gill created CheckFirst, a digital triage platform at Care First Home Health in Philadelphia that cut non-critical ER visits by 39% over six months. He plans to further his education after graduating from Haverford School to help redesign health care. KYW Newsradio
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A guide for couples offers 12 under-the-radar restaurants perfect for Valentine’s dining in Philly and its suburbs, featuring intimate spots with varied menus and cozy service + a local feel. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Local restaurants and shops offer Super Bowl catering for Sunday, Feb. 8, with themed treats (whoopie pies in team colors), smoked meats, wing deals and Italian-style pizzas for both small and large gatherings around town. Metro Philadelphia
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio will remain with the Eagles in 2026 despite retirement rumors, to help secure the team's strong defense. The decision comes after losing another coach, offering fans a measure of stability. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland will step down from day-to-day duties after 13 seasons while staying on with the team — his long tenure developed top talent for the offense. The shift opens the door for a new coaching approach. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Over the weekend, coach Rick Tocchet commented on rookie Matvei Michkov’s short ice time at camp, raising concerns among fans. Before last night’s game, Flyers’ GM Danny Brière reassured that Michkov will be a long-term asset and stated there is no tension between him and Tocchet. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The 76ers traded guard Jared McCain to the Thunder ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline for a 2026 first-round pick from the Rockets and three second-round picks (2027, 2028 Milwaukee and 2028 Thunder). The deal gives Philadelphia salary flexibility while Oklahoma City bolsters depth amid key player absences. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia fans can catch Super Bowl LX at more than a dozen local venues this weekend; lively spots like Chickie's and Pete's and classic taverns like McGillin's offer varied atmospheres, and relaxed plant-based tailgates at HipCityVeg + wing deals from Nabrasa complete the game-day lineup. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia 76ers traded guard Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Feb. 4 (in a move to duck the luxury tax) in exchange for a 2026 Rockets first-round pick and additional future picks. Metro Philadelphia
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