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Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A couple who had dinner at Parc & drinks at the Ritz-Carlton in Center City was followed home to Washington Township by two armed men who attacked them, with one suspect pistol-whipping the man and stealing his wallet and a Rolex valued at $30,000. KYW Newsradio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Penn, early career researchers voted by a large margin in mid-July to unionize for better salaries and job security for international scholars — they will soon start contract talks under United Auto Workers amid federal health and science funding threats. WHYY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation has launched a new support group that offers makeup and skin care classes to help patients regain confidence after medical trauma. The program uses music therapy and adaptive tools to support both mental and physical healing. WHYY
- ➤ An investigation of hemp products sold at local shops—from South Philly to King of Prussia Mall—found nearly all samples exceeded legal THC limits, ranging from 200% to over 2,400% of the limit, and contained dangerous contaminants such as mold and pesticides while lawmakers plan hearings to address the gray market and potential health risks. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rutgers offensive tackle Hollin Pierce, who stands 6 foot 8 and weighs 342 pounds, impressed at Eagles training camp with his strength and agility. His standout practice performance gave him a chance to compete for a final roster spot at Lincoln Financial Field—coaches believe his raw power could turn him into a key starter. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Jalyx Hunt, the Eagles' second-year pass rusher, is set to take on a big role after the team let Josh Sweat go—teammate Jordan Mailata praised his quick cuts and high potential during training camp. Hunt worked hard this summer, learning new skills at pass-rushing summits to get ready for the upcoming season. Metro Philadelphia
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