Good morning, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia honors local veterans at City Hall today as Vet Fest 2026 brings live music, food trucks, and resource booths for military members, their families, and local groups.

Award ceremonies start at 11 a.m. on the north apron with remarks from city leaders.

Plymouth Township officials say developer Brian O’Neill bullied council members over his 2 million‑sqft AI data center plan near Conshohocken as he challenges a zoning ordinance.

A hearing is set for Aug. 6 and O’Neill remains open to negotiation (he claims the project will boost local jobs).

State lawmakers advanced a bill that would require students in grades K-12 to store their cellphones away during school hours, and Gov. Shapiro may sign it when a final version is agreed upon.

Experts warn some students with heavy phone use might face early adjustment challenges (especially initially).

Insurers requested a 17% premium increase for individual Pennie plans and an 11.5% rise for small business plans in 2027.

Regulators will review public comments through Aug. 22 before issuing final rates this fall.

The 94-year-old retired ophthalmologist George Spaeth is receiving multiple awards this year for his pioneering work in diagnosing homocystinuria and his long career in patient care at Wills Eye Hospital.

The Chestnut Hill resident will collect a leadership award in the fall and reflects on the power of kindness + humility.

Cooper University Health Care is receiving a $100M gift from board chairman George Norcross, its largest donation ever.

The donation, honoring his parents and set to support Camden’s renaissance, will have the hospital add his name (Norcross noted his family’s pride).

The Phillies lost 8 to 7 to the Marlins after a late bullpen collapse and key errors by Trea Turner and J.T.

Realmuto, despite an early home run from Bryce Harper. The loss dropped their record to 3 to 7 since the All-Star Break.

Garrett Stubbs, reinstated from a 10-day injured list for left wrist inflammation, started at catcher Tuesday as the Phillies reshuffled their lineup for a Marlins game.

Interim manager Don Mattingly optioned Payton Henry + shifted field positions as the club seeks to bounce back after a recent loss.

The Phillies lost 1 to 0 on Tuesday night in Miami as Aaron Nola allowed a home run and Sandy Alcántara pitched seven innings — their fourth straight series loss.

Jesús Luzardo will start a homecoming matinee at 12:10 p.m. today as the team tries to avoid a sweep.

The Philadelphia Eagles signed defensive tackle Jalen Carter to a four-year + $152 million extension with $106 million guaranteed.

The deal is designed to secure the young star as a long-term defensive leader.

The Philadelphia 76ers received the NBA’s Team Social Impact & Inclusion Award Tuesday for supporting local businesses and community initiatives through youth clinics, financial literacy workshops, and equipment donations.