Good morning, Philadelphia.

A Syrian refugee family in Northeast Philadelphia built a new life after moving from Turkey for treatment for their daughter's rare skin disorder.

They now benefit from local support including English classes and community services (REST) even as reduced federal refugee caps may limit similar resettlement opportunities.

ACCT Philly took in over 600 animals since last Sunday, forcing two dog euthanasias and urgent placement for Rocklansy by Aug.

1. The shelter offers $200 for dog fosters, $150 for cat fosters, and $750 for large dog rescues — adoption fees are waived on August weekends.

Philadelphia's Night Out on 9th returns on Friday, July 31, on South Street from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. — the market offers local vendors, food, music, and games with free admission on a pay-as-you-go basis.

Work resumed on a 1.5 million sqft data center at a Superfund site in East Whiteland after developers paused construction for soil and health safety reviews.

Township inspectors will monitor earth-moving activities as adjustments to reduce the project’s size & water usage are expected to be reviewed on Aug. 19.

On Sunday, Aug. 2, Northern Liberties hosts its 16th Annual 2nd Street Festival with 14 blocks filled with live music, local food, family art activities (including face painting and a splash zone) and vendors celebrating America's 250th birthday.

The Delaware River Waterfront will host the PECO Multicultural Series starting Aug.

2 and running through Oct. 24, offering six weekends of free festivals that celebrate African, Indian, Caribbean, Asian, Brazilian, Mexican, Indigenous and Filipino-American cultures — including Latin Nights at Spruce Street Harbor Park.

A survey by Elevate 215 of 135 Philly school principals finds nearly two-thirds believe schools are moving in the right direction while many public leaders highlight funding as a major concern + charter principals report greater satisfaction with resources.

Philadelphia’s Market Street Bridge will close for 14 months starting Aug.

24 for a nearly $150 million reconstruction affecting traffic and SEPTA bus routes — detour details and improved lanes, sidewalks, and safety upgrades are set, with reopening planned in October 2027.

Doctors warn that using tanning beds can double mutation risks in skin cells; experts urge young adults to avoid the trend fueled by social media and emphasize safe skin care as federal guidelines on UV exposure remain uncertain & residents are advised to protect themselves.

The Phillies are considering a trade for shortstop Zach Neto as the deadline nears Monday at 6 p.m. ET – talks with the Angels may include a swap of prospects to boost the struggling lineup.

The Phillies are weighing three infield trade options to strengthen their lineup as they try to escape a late-July slump before the Aug.

3 MLB deadline, considering San Francisco's Luis Arraez + Baltimore's Adley Rutschman + Cincinnati's Eugenio Suárez.

The Philadelphia Union won two key games, including a clean-sheet 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders and a 3-1 victory against the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.

Interim coach Ryan Richter said his team's strong defense and direct attacks boosted playoff hopes.

The Eagles held their second training camp session on July 30 at the Jefferson Health Training Complex, where linebacker roles shifted with Campbell and Baun leading while Tank Bigsby made strong plays + rookie QB Cole Payton struggled with turnovers.

At today's press conference, Eagles coach Vic Fangio said funds should be saved for DT Moro Ojomo, who posted 6 sacks + 12 QB hits this season and is in the final year of his rookie deal, as the team looks to secure his contract extension.

After dropping four series in a row, the Phillies now plan trades at the deadline to fix a weak outfield and improve left-handed hitting ahead of October.

President of Baseball Operations Dave Dombrowski must act in the coming days to help revive playoff hopes.