Good morning, Philadelphia.

Major League Baseball and Phillies Charities announced more than $5 million for community projects today to support nonprofits with adaptive sports fields, historic site upgrades and other essential resources in preparation for the summer All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park.

Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey is set to host his third annual Friends & Family Weekend from Aug.

6-8 at Vie, Union League Torresdale, and William Penn Charter School, featuring a fundraising dinner, celebrity golf tournament & a free youth basketball camp to support his foundation’s community programs.

The city opened four hospitality hub restrooms along Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Tuesday to serve summer visitors.

The hubs at LOVE Park, Logan Square, Eakins Oval, and near Lloyd Hall Recreation Center include visitor centers + water refill stations and operate until July 19 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Pennsylvania officials announced Monday that Urban Outfitters will expand operations in Philadelphia and Bucks County—creating 1,050 jobs and investing over $150 million.

The move adds 450 positions at its Navy Yard headquarters and at least 600 jobs at a planned Nuuly facility in Falls Township.

Pepperpot is a multidisciplinary performance celebrating the Black women who sold the liberating soup in the 18th century; it will debut Saturday at Cherry Street Pier as part of the What Now:2026 festival, featuring jazz-infused music, spoken word poetry, and a vegetarian option by Chef Valerie Erwin.

Revolution at the Library returns this summer with free educational programs and hands-on activities at nearly 30 libraries across Philadelphia and South Jersey.

The initiative — created by MoAR and local libraries — kicks off on Monday, June 15 and features live readings and interactive sessions on Revolutionary-era history.

Philadelphia celebrates graduation season as students carry the bold energy of prom into new classrooms and job interviews.

Donna Bullock, CEO of Project HOME, urges grads to bring Philly spirit — a signature style of confidence and community — with them as they step into a future full of promise.

Philadelphia’s schools chief Tony Watlington defended his decision not to restore 340 school-based cuts after City Council’s one-time $48 million allocation and rejection of the rideshare tax proposal last week.

He said the funding will not cover ongoing needs.

Philadelphia officials unveiled a 24/7 wellness center in Kensington (housed in the former Merakey Children’s Services building at B Street and Lehigh Ave) that offers addiction treatment, housing support, and a courtroom for drug diversion.

The center will soon provide daily court hearings and additional community services.

Jonathan Bowlan, traded from the Royals on Dec.

19 (swapping with Matt Strahm), is adjusting to the Phillies after an effective bullpen appearance in a win against the Chicago White Sox. He said he is excited to join a team known for its strong culture and fan support.

Philly Sports Network released a tier ranking of 48 World Cup teams scheduled to begin Thursday — the list categorizes teams into favorites, contenders, dark horses, underdogs and bottom dwellers.

Philadelphia sports fans are being priced out of key America 250 events as dynamic pricing and resale practices drive ticket costs up + new stadium renovations further reduce affordable seating.

Low-priced tickets for the PGA Championship and upcoming U.S. soccer matches highlight fans' struggles with rising expenses.

On Tuesday night at Rogers Centre the Phillies lost 3-2 after reliever Jhoan Duran saw his 16-save streak end; starter Zack Wheeler pitched six quality innings before late Blue Jays hits turned the game in their favor.