Good morning, Philadelphia.

Hoopbus brings free mobile basketball events to Philly this weekend.

It will begin at Dock Street Brewery South Saturday, July 11 from noon to 1:30 p.m. with dunk shows and games — then continue in West Philadelphia from 4 to 7 p.m. with community activations.

A natural gas explosion on West Bristol Street in Nicetown on June 29, 2025, killed one and injured two; state regulators later determined that PGW was not responsible (the likely cause was a customer-side gas leak), leaving residents still seeking answers.

Philanthropist Leonard Abramson, founder of U.S. Healthcare and major donor to Penn Medicine’s cancer center, died at 93.

His death on July 4 was confirmed by Jonathan Epstein — dean of the Pearlman School of Medicine — noting his over $140 million donation to cancer research.

Philadelphia offers free summer events including live performing arts in Dilworth Park every Thursday through Aug.

27, free jazz and Latin nights at Spruce Street Harbor Park on Fridays, outdoor movies at Independence Mall, theater in West Philly, and neighborhood tours on weekends.

Philadelphia has asked a federal appeals court on Tuesday to recall a mandate (which allows immediate changes to the President’s House exhibit) arguing that the swift ruling bypasses the standard response period and risks irreparable harm to a historic community site.

Philadelphia recorded four heat-related deaths since July 1, raising the season's total to five after temperatures hit triple digits for the first time since records began in 1873.

Officials say the heat-response system will rest this week as no 90-degree highs are forecast through Monday.

Heroic Gardens Wellness Day will take place at Sunflower farm at Pennypack Park on Sunday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Powered by Trulieve, the event will welcome veterans + families + neighbors to experience nature’s healing benefits.

Philadelphia families can try six kid-friendly restaurants this summer, including Mecha Noodle Bar on N.

Front Street and Square 1682 on 17th Street. The spots serve diverse menus from bao buns and crispy chicken to classic breakfast dishes + brunch options designed for busy outings.

Philadelphia 76ers are gaining traction in free agency.

ESPN's Shams Charania reported LeBron James is taking the team's pitch seriously after they acquired Jaylen Brown, placing Philadelphia among top contenders plus adding a new dynamic to local basketball.

On Aug. 11, the Lehigh Valley AAA IronPigs will rename as the 'Pitties' at Coca-Cola Park to support animal shelters & adoption efforts during Duke’s Delites Dog Adoption Night and Tail Waggin’ Day, with uniform auctions for Pals for Life and dog bowls for the first 1,500 fans.

Philadelphia gears up for MLB All-Star week as the HBCU Swingman Classic (gates open at 5:00 p.m. Friday at Citizens Bank Park) launches a series of events including Capital One All-Star Village, the MLB Draft at the Convention Center, and the All-Star game Tuesday evening.