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Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia launched Weeknights Live — a year-round program that brings live performances by local artists to neighborhood venues on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6 to 9 p.m., starting March 30. The initiative supports artists and boosts both Center City and local corridors’ nighttime economy. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ New renderings of the President’s House exhibit were revealed this week on Independence Mall and sparked debate among local historians who argue the designs downplay George Washington’s ties to slavery. The discussion continues as visitors explore the exhibit. KYW Newsradio
- ➤ Franklin Square is set to mark its 20th anniversary with Opening Day events on April 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. plus it will offer Tai Chi, Storytime, and a Chinese Lantern Festival running from June 5 to Aug. 16 for families to enjoy. Metro Philadelphia
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 students toured Lincoln Financial Field last Thursday as part of the Youth Diplomats program by the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia (which trains them to serve as cultural ambassadors for America 250 events). Additional spots remain open for local high schoolers to join. WHYY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers in Pennsylvania are considering First Amendment-friendly legislation to restore local news by offering tax credits and local grants, as analysis shows a 75% decline in journalism jobs over the past two decades. The proposals (drawing on models from New Hampshire and Illinois) could boost media sustainability alongside ongoing philanthropy. The Philadelphia Inquirer
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developer Ken Weinstein plans to add Mount Airy Station and Blue Bell Mission to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. He will use the designation to skip a zoning variance, transforming the station into a mixed-use property and converting the chapel into a single-family home this summer. WHYY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 76ers converted Dalen Terry to a standard NBA deal and released Cam Payne today to clear a roster spot ahead of the postseason. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Eagles traded a 5th round pick to the Packers for WR Dontayvion Wicks and signed him to a one-year, $12.5 million deal that includes a 2026 fifth-round pick + a 2027 sixth-round pick to boost depth behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid was discharged from the hospital on Friday after appendicitis surgery—he still has no set timeline to return as team doctors manage his recovery. His comeback may be delayed until after postseason play. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ After a series loss that left the Phillies unable to spark offense, the team aims to ignite its hitting on a nine-game home stand & hosts the Diamondbacks today at 1:05 p.m. and on Sunday at 1:35 p.m. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The 76ers defeated the Pacers 105 to 94 Friday night behind Tyrese Maxey’s 32 points & Andre Drummond’s bench boost despite offensive issues, and the win secured a top eight seed ahead of a Sunday night matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks at home. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ After a long rebuild, the Flyers are back in the playoff mix today + excitement is high among fans at Wells Fargo Center as the team now has a chance for their first postseason since 2020. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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