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Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Business Corner returns for Season 3 on Monday, June 1 with new episodes airing biweekly through Aug. 10. Hosted by Teresa M. Lundy, the podcast and video series will feature insightful conversations with Philadelphia leaders shaping business and civic impact. Metro Philadelphia
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Philly Music Fest returns for its 10th year with shows Oct. 12–18 at six independent music venues. Headliners include The Dillinger Escape Plan, RJD2 and Sweet Pill, and a surprise act will be announced in August & tickets are on sale now. WHYY
- ➤ Inis Nua Theatre Company brings Same Team to life—a play about resilience and community inspired by the Homeless World Cup—running May 27 through June 14 at The Proscenium Theatre at The Drake. The production highlights Philly’s spirit as the city prepares for the World Cup. Metro Philadelphia
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pioneer educator and children’s TV host Willadine Bain celebrated her 100th birthday on Saturday at North Hills Country Club (Glenside) with family, friends and former students. She has been a trailblazer in early education and television; the celebration featured live music, shared stories and a photo display of her career. The Philadelphia Inquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia officials and Center City District announced upgrades to the 13th Street bike lane including flexible delineator posts and 18 modular curbs from Locust to Chestnut to improve cyclist safety—an approach based on Mexico City's method that supports the Vision Zero Action Plan. Metro Philadelphia
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia Union fell 6-4 to Inter Miami on Saturday night (after scoring four first-half goals) and now head into the World Cup break at the bottom of the standings, with a home game against New York Red Bulls set for July 22. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ The Philadelphia Union will face a Messi-led Inter Miami on Sunday at Nu Stadium in their final match before the World Cup break; the Union, with seven points and several injuries (which challenge their play), aim to shift their season’s course. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey was named to the 2025-26 All-NBA Third Team after averaging a career-high 28.3 points and 38.0 minutes per game this season. Despite a late finger injury, he earned 60 votes on 96 ballots and solidified his role as the franchise’s key player. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia will host six World Cup games at Lincoln Financial Field and one knockout round, with the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill — Fairmount Park offering live broadcasts, food, music and activities. Local bars will plan specials to celebrate the tournament and America's 250th Birthday. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ On Sunday, May 24, at Citizens Bank Park, the Phillies fell 3-1 to the Cleveland Guardians despite rookie Andrew Painter’s strong 6⅓-inning effort — the team will seek a win Monday night in San Diego. Metro Philadelphia
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