Good morning, Philadelphia.

On Jul. 1, thousands celebrated the Ben Franklin Bridge’s 100th anniversary by walking and biking across its span, with vendors offering food and memorabilia while the bridge remained closed to cars.

The event underscored the bridge’s role in connecting local communities (including Camden).

Colleen Bell, known as the Delco Dog Detective, has recovered nearly 1,000 lost dogs over 14 years using inventive techniques and equipment.

Her efforts support Philadelphia’s Animal Care & Control Team as she continues to search for and rescue pets in distress.

On Saturday afternoon, a strong storm in Philadelphia partially collapsed a vacant building near Washington Avenue and damaged a public housing roof on Vine Street, uprooted trees, flooded streets, and left over 34,000 residents without power as reported by Peco.

Reality TV star Melanie Moreno, who grew up in North Philadelphia, is receiving free gift offers if she leaves partner Sincere Rhea on Love Island USA; local businesses including City Cruises have pitched services, with one offer giving her free cruises for life+other perks as fans call for a change.

A PennEnvironment Research and Policy Center report found 20% of Philadelphia businesses continue offering banned plastic bags and over half are not charging the required fee for reusable and paper bags enacted in January.

Residents are urged to report violations via 311 — keeping the city greener.

Philadelphia’s Fourth of July celebrations were disrupted by extreme heat and storms — delaying parades and fireworks and leading to seven heat-related deaths earlier this month.

Scientists say such conditions are six times more likely because of climate change driven by fossil fuel use.

Philadelphia Phillies selected high school shortstop Tyler Spangler as the 36th pick of the MLB Draft at the Philadelphia Convention Center—marking the first time the team made a first-round pick in the city.

The 6'3" lefty from De La Salle was named Metro Player of the Year and is expected to grow into a power hitter.

Philadelphia will host the 96th MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park in 2026 as part of the nation's 250th birthday celebrations.

It is the city's fifth time hosting the event (previously in 1943, 1952, 1976, and 1996).

Families gathered at the Capital One All-Star Village at the Pennsylvania Convention Center Saturday morning to enjoy interactive baseball events such as home run derbies and autograph signings with retired Phillies stars.

The All-Star Game will begin Tuesday at 8 p.m.

Philadelphia Phillies will use six draft picks in the upcoming MLB First Year Player Draft at the home of the William Penn (their slot moved from #26 to #36 due to a penalty).

They may target prep left-handed arms like Carson Boleman and Brody Bumila.

Friday evening in South Philadelphia, the HBCU Swingman Classic kicked off MLB All-Star Week with 50 top HBCU baseball players taking the field, including Lincoln University's debut star, while Phillies Wall-of-Famer Jimmy Rollins coached the National League team (a landmark moment for local talent).