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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia police released new video of a bearded suspect with long hair and distinctive shoes seen pacing a porch during a deadly Grays Ferry shooting over the Fourth of July weekend that injured 13 and killed 3—if anyone recognizes him, they are asked to call the homicide division—as the city offers a $20,000 reward for information. KYW Newsradio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Opera Philadelphia and countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo will host public performances of the historic Wanamaker Organ in Philadelphia's Grand Court this fall—events will include opera, ballet, theater and drag, starting with an event on Sunday, Sept. 7 before renovations begin next year. The Philadelphia Inquirer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A report by the Forum of Executive Women shows that Philadelphia women still earn less than men even when factors like seniority and merit are considered—data reveals the gap widens with age and caregiving responsibilities. The report urges employers to use pay transparency and board-level strategies to help close this gap. WHYY
- ➤ PECO is launching a new customer assistance fund funded by Exelon's $10 million one-time donation to offer $500 grants as credits on bills starting Aug. 4 until Dec. 31 or until funds run out—customers must earn between 151% and 300% of the federal poverty level and have a current account with a past-due balance under $2,000. WHYY
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 2025-26 Sixers will count on Tyrese Maxey to improve his playmaking, midrange shooting, and controlled speed as he steps into a bigger role. Analysts say he will work on better half-court spacing and consistent defense with support from teammates (including efforts to ease the burden on Paul George and Joel Embiid). Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Phillies traded starting pitcher Mick Abel and catching prospect Eduardo Tait to the Twins for closer Jhoan Durán. The deal brings in a 27-year-old reliever with 74 saves and a four-seam fastball measured at 100.2 MPH—adding strength to the Phillies' bullpen before the trade deadline. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley said he is focused on winning championships rather than personal records as he enters his second season with the team. He said his goal is to help the team win another Super Bowl by performing at a high level—putting collective success above individual milestones. Metro Philadelphia
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