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Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia Museum of Art and PAFA joined forces to present 'A Nation of Artists' - one of the largest American art exhibitions featuring over 1,000 works spanning 250 years of creativity. The exhibit opened on April 11 and runs until September at both museum venues. WHYY
- ➤ The federal government unveiled digital renderings that soften the narrative at the President’s House by limiting references to slavery and recasting George Washington ahead of summer’s 250th anniversary. Advocates in Philadelphia said the proposed panels omit details on the nine enslaved individuals — and court orders have paused permanent changes. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ The dialogue-free performance Once Upon A Glow: Stories in the Blacklight will light up Plays & Players’ Skinner Studio on April 25 during Philly Theatre Week as audiences enjoy a unique blend of dance, puppetry and blacklight effects with pay-what-you-can tickets (kids under 12 free). Metro Philadelphia
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia tourism leaders declared at the National Constitution Center Tuesday afternoon that the city is ready for major 2026 events like the World Cup & MLB All-Star game despite falling international travel, with forecasts predicting a 4.5% increase in international trips though full recovery may not come until 2030. Metro Philadelphia
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State lawmakers introduced legislation to designate the scarlet tanager as Pennsylvania’s official migratory bird; the colorful songbird, known for symbolizing healthy forests, can be seen in local spots like Wissahickon Valley Park + Pennypack Park. WHYY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials met Saturday morning at Vare Recreation Center to address safety concerns following the Grays Ferry parking garage collapse. They detailed dust control and air quality monitoring measures and announced a free food event today at D Finnegan Playground + an emergency grant for affected businesses. The Philadelphia Inquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Philadelphia Union will face CF Montreal today in matchweek seven as they seek to end a winless start in the MLS season. The club, which has recorded its worst start ever, aims to boost both defense and attack — essential to earning its first points of 2026. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Phillies rallied for a 4-3 win against the Diamondbacks on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park after Schwarber’s three-run homer and Harper’s key hit. They will host the series finale Monday + offer free birthday gifts for fans 14 and under during the Phillie Phanatic celebration. Metro Philadelphia
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