Good morning, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia police forcibly evicted MOVE from its Osage Avenue headquarters on May 12th, 1985, forcing neighbors to evacuate while reporters (Maida Odom) and (Pete Kane) documented the tense siege.

Philadelphia police are seeking two gunmen who fired nearly 30 shots on Market Street and 59th Street in West Philadelphia on Monday night—injuring a man who remains in critical condition while two takeout restaurants and a parked car were also hit.

The National Constitution Center announced Tuesday that it received its largest donation ever after billionaire Kenneth C.

Griffin gave $15 million to fund two new galleries focused on America’s founding principles—one will display rare loaned copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights while the other will feature exhibits on the balance of government power, with both spaces opening next year.

Five of six city charter high schools run by Mastery Schools improved their four-year graduation rates for the 2023-2024 school year, with rates rising to between 83.91% and 94.29% while one school dropped by about 2% compared to the state average of 88%.

Philadelphia Water Department said the bright green water in Wissahickon Valley Park near Chestnut Hill came from harmless fluorescein dye used on May 10 to trace a leak on Rex Avenue+ tests confirm the dye poses no risk to wildlife or drinking water.

Philadelphia voters can use Spotlight PA's guide to prepare for the May 20 primary by learning how to check polling places, request mail ballots, and bring proper ID — the guide covers local municipal races and judicial elections.

Voters are advised to contact their local election office if they have questions — ensuring they follow all required steps to vote.

Philadelphia officials including Mayor Cherelle L.

Parker and City Council spent nearly $2 million on advertising and printed materials to promote their work using public funds—contracts with external firms covered billboards, mailers, and digital ads. Critics say the spending, which also targeted engaged voters, amounts to self-promotion that diverts money from more pressing needs.

Helicopter pilot Mark Ciccone said he warned city officials (the bunker was not a threat) before police dropped a bomb on the MOVE compound in West Philly in 1985, a decision that killed 11 people and destroyed many homes.

A MOVE Commission later called the plan reckless and said leaders did not listen to the warning.

The Philadelphia Eagles strengthened their roster by selecting LB Jihaad Campbell in the first round—the first off-ball linebacker picked since 1979—and adding key offensive linemen while making trades to secure extra draft picks.

The team aims to use this new talent to boost their defense and prepare for another Super Bowl run.