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Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Crews continued demolition of a seven-level Grays Ferry garage after its collapse killed one worker and left two missing, cutting off local streets and closing shops as officials search for answers. The Philadelphia Inquirer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh’s Hellbender Vinyl has expanded into North Philadelphia after acquiring Softwax Record Pressing and opening a new site in Lawncrest (a former bread factory). The move comes as vinyl sales surpassed $1 billion last year and the company begins hiring new staff. WHYY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On a recent weekday afternoon, vandals carved symbols including Chi Ro, Alpha and Omega near the eternal flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier in Washington Square, prompting resident Liam Davis—who documented the repeated damage—to urge action as the National Park Service assesses repair options. Metro Philadelphia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new citywide quest invites residents to drop a pin on a space-themed photo inspired by the Artemis II mission +as part of this week’s quiz+. Participants can join online +to test their local knowledge+. The Philadelphia Inquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State funding of $2.3 million will restore the historic Fairmount Park fountain in West Philadelphia as Fairmount Park Conservancy leads preservation efforts — construction dates are pending. KYW Newsradio
- ➤ Pennsylvania extended the LIHEAP deadline from April 10 to May 8 — giving households more time to apply for cash or crisis grants to cover heating bills. Residents must provide proof of income and a recent heating bill to apply online, in person, or by phone. WHYY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A recent investigation found that some Philadelphia-area smoke shops sell unregulated psychedelic products, like Ms. Mollie Cule tablets, that may contain undisclosed compounds (including a GHB analog) not shown on fake lab reports. Health experts warn these designer pills may pose risks while local police are not focusing on them. The Philadelphia Inquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia Union earned their first win of the season by defeating CF Montreal 2-1 at Stade Saputo in Montreal. A comeback powered by goals from Sery Larson & Jesus Bueno gives the team confidence ahead of upcoming matches. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Union II returned from a three-week break to host Carolina Core FC at Subaru Park on Sunday, April 12. The team came off a 1-1 draw against New York II as Coach Richter aimed to boost its offensive play, building on a strong defensive record. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The 76ers ended their regular season today with a 126 to 106 win over the Bucks as Tyrese Maxey led the team and the squad prepares to host the Orlando Magic in the play-in tournament. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Phillies lost 4-3 to the Diamondbacks Sunday afternoon at Citizens Bank Park after a sixth-inning rally that ended with a blown save by Alvarado — and they will face the Chicago Cubs Monday night in a three-game series. Metro Philadelphia
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