Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of June.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
Philadelphia officials detailed road closures, parking restrictions, and SEPTA service detours for Philly Pride events on Sunday, June 7.
The celebration will feature an 11 a.m. Pride March starting at 13th and Locust followed by a festival along Benjamin Franklin Parkway from noon to 7 p.m.
Philadelphia starts Pride Month with a weekend of celebrations.
Friday features a flag procession on Main Street (11 a.m.) and a City Hall flag raising at noon while Saturday hosts a free Fishtown block party with live music, food trucks, and community vendors along North Front Street.
During Philly Pride weekend, Mickey’s Uncut Hits will present an interactive cabaret that features funny parodies of Disney tunes and audience trivia with characters Dickey & Ditzy Mouse.
The show brings a playful, sex-positive twist with songs such as Your Booty is a Feast.
Le Virtù will host its epic eight-hour La Panarda feast on Sunday, June 14 from noon to 8 p.m. at 1927 E.
Passyunk Ave in South Philly — a family-style celebration featuring over 40 dishes; tickets cost $550 per person for parties of up to five.
Former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick promoted his AI app, Lumi, for school projects at the School District headquarters on Wednesday.
Students at three schools use the app (to create illustrated stories) to learn AI skills and boost critical thinking.
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania found that storms like Hurricane Ida will occur every three years because warming and pavement increase flood risks along the Schuylkill River, and the city is reviewing the study to improve drainage systems + green infrastructure.
A federal appeals court heard arguments on Tuesday about restoring slavery exhibits removed from President's House ahead of America 250 celebrations.
Philadelphia officials and federal attorneys offered differing views on the installation at Independence National Historical Park and no ruling date was given.
Researchers at Temple Health & Temple University are developing digital twins that use artificial intelligence to simulate therapy outcomes for ALS patients.
The project aims to provide personalized treatment predictions and guide clinical decisions while it remains under development pending additional funding.
Philly's Eagles picked Georgia guard Micah Morris in the sixth round, citing his size and rare athletic skills to boost the offensive line.
He joins OTAs today and will work with trainers to refine his role.
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