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Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ashley Huston, owner and head chef of DreamWorld Bakes, combines childhood kitchen lessons with global flavors in East Kensington. She uses experience from teaching in Tanzania to inspire a rotating menu that highlights international tastes+ brings a fresh twist to local desserts. Metro Philadelphia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania Hospital will convert its historic Pine Building into a museum on May 8 (its 275th anniversary) with exhibits including the original surgical theater and a medical library collection. WHYY
- ➤ Local venues celebrate the Flower Show with floral-inspired menus and drink specials — Front Street Cafe offers a 10% discount for ticket holders, Kimpton Hotel Palomar hosts a build-your-own bouquet event on Feb. 28, and several spots from Center City to Northern Liberties serve themed cocktails and dishes. Metro Philadelphia
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Interviews with Black students and alumni reveal that racial segregation persists in Philadelphia public schools, as low expectations and biased discipline continue in classrooms — fueling concerns about educational equity. The study shows that generations face enduring disparities despite integration efforts. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia School District is set to close six middle schools to expand elementary options and add a new Academy at Palumbo Middle School, based on surveys to reduce student transitions. District officials say the plan will allocate limited resources more efficiently amid many empty seats. The Philadelphia Inquirer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia and South Jersey experienced a winter storm on Feb. 23 that blanketed the area with snow, with some parts of the city recording up to 16 inches and New Jersey areas more than 2 feet. Residents began clearing roads and enjoying winter activities across the community. WHYY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Eagles insiders have released a pre-combine ranking of the top 100 NFL prospects ahead of the NFL Draft, with trade talks and draft board decisions remaining fluid as evaluations continue in Indianapolis (focusing on key positions in early rounds). Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid missed his fifth straight game due to shin soreness and load management, and his trainer Drew Hanlen said he is taking extra care to stay healthy (Embiid is eager to bolster his performance for a stronger playoff run). Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Saquon Barkley said he is super excited about the Eagles' new offensive system — introduced by coach Sean Mannion after a disappointing season — and expects the fresh approach to boost team performance this season. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Union lost 1-0 to DC United on Feb. 22, ending an 11-match unbeaten run and marking a tough start to the season. The club also finalized a deal to sign Philippe Ndinga — a move aimed at strengthening the squad ahead of upcoming contests. Metro Philadelphia
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