Good morning, Philadelphia.

SEPTA said the Doylestown Line was delayed yesterday at Oreland Station after a train fire required an evacuation and officials quickly extinguished the flames while examining the train's systems to determine the cause.

State-supported universities warned lawmakers on Wednesday that tuition hikes will come if funding remains flat.

Temple University in Philadelphia expects a 3.5% to 4% increase and Penn State approved hikes for in- and out-of-state students — prompting discussions on rising costs and the role of new technology.

Students and community advocates voiced concerns about proposed school closures at a Board town hall on Thursday—arguing that limited funding and rushed plans will harm academics and community bonds.

The board remains in review and has not yet made a final vote on the Facilities Master Plan.

Phillies veteran Aaron Nola pitched for Team Italy in his first WBC start on Wednesday, throwing five shutout innings to help secure a 9-1 win after Team Italy upset Team USA on Tuesday.

Fourteen Phillies players took part in the 2026 World Baseball Classic across 10 teams.

After pool play, seven have returned to Clearwater + the remaining will compete today in quarterfinal games in Miami and Houston.

The Eagles signed LB Arnold Ebiketie to a one-year contract worth $7.3 million (with $4.3 million guaranteed) to boost their young defense, and he is expected to share snaps with Jalyx Hunt, Nolan Smith and Brandon Graham.

The Eagles signed 32-year-old Jonathan Jones to a one-year deal + the move adds depth at cornerback and may let Cooper DeJean shift to safety.

Jones, a two-time Super Bowl champion who spent last season with the Commanders, brings valuable veteran experience.

Matt Cord, the long-time PA announcer for the 76ers, is retiring after nearly 30 years this season.

He will join WMMR as a DJ for the midday show (continuing his career in Philadelphia sports media).

Phillies utility player Otto Kemp is set for a bigger role in 2026 as spring training saw him earn more at-bats and promising power numbers (he hit 16 Lehigh Valley home runs last season); his planned shift to left field depends on teammate performance and his own health.

Philadelphia Eagles have signed punter Braden Mann to a four-year extension worth $14M + $7M guaranteed.

Mann, who posted a career-best 49.9-yard average last season, will bolster the special teams unit in upcoming games.