Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of July.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
FDR Park in South Philadelphia now has a partially open Welcome Center with a public bathroom and an information desk staffed from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays and until 5 p.m. on weekends—volunteers assist visitors during the heat, and plans for food vendors are pending.
Philadelphia groups recently set up a mapping event at Fairmount Park to chart legacy dump sites hurting neighborhood quality of life.
Organized by Trash Academy (of Clean Philadelphia NOW) and local members, the effort will spur more prevention, education, and enforcement actions.
The World Cup left a lasting mark on the city after hosting six matches at Philadelphia Stadium and a 39-day free Fan Festival at Lemon Hill, drawing record crowds and generating millions in local spending.
Local businesses reported boosted activity and over 500 new jobs were created.
On Monday, Philadelphia Police officials and officers joined families to unveil murals at the 25th District station on Whitaker Avenue that honor Officers Patrick McDonald, Jaime Roman and Richard Mendez (created by local artist Nathaniel Lee) and preserve their legacy for the community.
SEPTA is testing its Key Advantage program for apartment building residents at the Isaac on Front and Berks using a two-year pilot funded by a $150,000 grant to help property owners attract tenants with an all-access transit pass.
SEPTA will run shuttle buses on parts of the M and West Trenton lines beginning Aug.
1 for Bridgeport Viaduct repairs — riders on the M line between Norristown and Bridgeport and from Yardley to West Trenton should allow extra time, with full train service resuming Dec. 19.
A federal judge ruled that the canceled broadband grant program can restart without using racial factors, opening the door for PA to get over $35 million for digital access.
Officials plan to update guidelines by Aug. 1 & share details on the restored funding.
The Delaware County Health Department launched its Wellness on Wheels mobile unit in Upper Darby on Monday to offer free MMR shots as measles cases increase.
Additional vaccination events are scheduled next month at Yeadon and Chester for residents who missed the first opportunity.
LeBron James signed with the 76ers seeking one last championship challenge and a fresh chance to energize the local fan base.
He said his decision came after evaluating multiple options — a move that sets up a high-powered lineup.
After a rough home stand, the Phillies will travel to South Beach for a three-game series against the Miami Marlins beginning Monday at loanDepot park (game at 6:40 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday games follow).
The team will start Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, and Jesús Luzardo to regain momentum.
Philadelphia 76ers will play a league maximum of 34 nationally televised games this season after signing LeBron James, boosting the team's exposure during key matchups in opening week and holiday periods.
The change underscores the league's confidence in Philadelphia's shift to prime-time competition — a historic boost for local fans.
Philadelphia Eagles training camp starts this week as players compete for the 53 spots.
Coaches have locked a few names, but many positions remain up for grabs + final cuts are expected before Week 1.
The Phillies beat the Yankees (11-4) on Sunday night as key hits from Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott helped lift the team from a slow offensive start, closing out their homestand with renewed hope for consistent scoring.
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