Good morning, Philadelphia.

Garry Mills founded Shoot Basketballs NOT People to fight gun violence using basketball after a 2010 Germantown anti-gun game drew more than 400 people—he later joined forces with local teams and sold hoodies online to support year-round youth programs.

His efforts aim to give young men lasting support.

Pennsylvania Hospital’s historic Pine Building will turn into a museum in May to display eight exhibits including its preserved library, surgical amphitheater, and restored apothecary.

The museum will open during celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary.

The Franklin Institute unveiled Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition as a hands-on showcase with 20 interactive stops and over 100 artifacts from favorites like Harry Potter and Jurassic World.

The exhibit runs daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (222 N 20th Street).

Local arts leaders are alarmed as Pennsylvania Creative Industries shifts funding to boost economic development, leaving many small groups ineligible for critical state grants.

Workshops will be held in the spring to help nonprofits adapt to the new guidelines + opportunities.

Spruce Street between 34th and 38th near Penn Hospital is closed due to a water main break and repairs began this weekend+ Penn Medicine advises extra time and public transit as delays may last for weeks.

Inspired by the Winter Olympics, local experts offer tips for safe outdoor exercise in cold weather.

They advise starting gradually, staying hydrated, and dressing in layers — advice that applies to residents across Philly.

Philadelphia Department of Public Health warns that measles may have been spread at Philadelphia International Airport on Feb.

12, 2026. Travelers in Terminal E between 1:35 and 4:30 p.m. should verify their vaccination status and monitor for symptoms until March 5.

Community groups urge officials to speed up construction of a 60,000 sqft health center at the Friends Hospital campus in Northeast Philadelphia, proposing it open in 2027 instead of the projected 2029 timeline.

City leaders say both sites remain priorities + are reviewing expedited permit and design strategies.

The Philadelphia 76ers have signed Cameron Payne to a rest-of-season contract as he secures a buyout from KK Partizan to boost the team’s guard depth.

Reported by league sources, the veteran guard’s return is set to enhance Philadelphia’s lineup.

Philadelphia Eagles may add a new free agent cornerback this offseason as they plan to improve depth on defense (including Jamel Dean, Tariq Woolen, Asante Samuel Jr., Jaylen Watson, Rasul Douglas, and Nahshon Wright).

The team is aiming to avoid using a high draft pick by exploring cost-effective options.

The Sixers converted Jabari Walker’s two-way deal into a multi-year standard contract and signed guard Tyrese Martin on a two-way deal to fill the final roster spot.

Walker is expected to return to play as soon as coach Nick Nurse calls on him.