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Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Swatch and Audemars Piguet's limited edition Royal Pop watch release caused chaos at King of Prussia Mall last Saturday when hundreds gathered and police intervened (over 100 officers responded) as the store closed without sales. The companies said the collection will remain available for several months. The Philadelphia Inquirer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pride Bands Alliance & the Philadelphia Freedom Band present the 2026 Pride Bands Alliance Conference Concert at Kimmel Center, 300 S Broad St on Sunday, May 24. Tickets cost $45, and interested callers can reach Ticket Sales at 215-893-1999. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia Sinfonia + Philly Pops will perform America 250: Stars, Stripes, and Symphonies at the Kimmel Center on Friday, May 22 to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Tickets cost $39-$62. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Becoming American: Philadelphia’s Story is a new documentary produced with Bear House Media that examines the city’s role in America’s founding as it nears its 250th anniversary. The film uses modern visuals and archival footage (featuring local historians and musicians) to spotlight contributions from diverse communities. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The former Chinatown cosmetics factory, built in the 1880s for Tetlow Manufacturing, is set for a historic designation vote Wednesday. Now hosting a tea shop and rental units, the five-story building — a key piece of local industry history — shows its lasting legacy. WHYY
- ➤ Last month, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History unveiled The First Salute exhibit that brings a little-known Revolutionary War chapter to life with immersive storytelling and original artifacts. The museum offers in-person and online educational programs (including group tours) throughout May. Metro Philadelphia
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utility rate battles are heating up statewide as government officials and regulators push back against hikes driven by AI energy demand. In Pennsylvania, Gov. Shapiro asked PECO to drop a 12.5% increase to help keep electricity affordable for residents. Spotlight PA
- ➤ SEPTA will run overnight trains on the Broad Street and Market Frankford lines for FIFA World Cup matches at Philadelphia Stadium and add extra bus trips to serve Lemon Hill fan festival — including ten extra trains per game — with unchanged $2.90 subway fares supporting fans. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ On Monday, the Supreme Court rejected appeals from pharmaceutical companies over Medicare price negotiations, keeping in place Philadelphia appeals court rulings (based on the Inflation Reduction Act) that dismissed their claims while the government now negotiates lower prices for 25 drugs. KYW Newsradio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Philadelphia Union remain winless at home after drawing 1-1 with Columbus Crew at Subaru Park on Saturday, as Hugo Picard gave Columbus an early lead and Milan Iloski equalized later while a stoppage free kick narrowly missed winning the game for Philly. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ After sweeping the Pirates on a road trip, the Phillies hosted the Reds for a three-game series beginning Monday night at Citizens Bank Park — Cincinnati, coming off a 4-12 May, will meet them today at 6:60 p.m. and again Wednesday. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia Union ended Saturday's match with a 1-1 draw against Columbus Crew at Subaru Park (their third home tie), and head coach Bradley Carnell praised the team's effort, saying they hope to secure a win when they face Inter Miami before the World Cup break. Metro Philadelphia
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