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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Insurance claims from the Jan 31 plane crash in Northeast Philadelphia that killed seven and injured many are expected to exceed the $10 million policy limit—dozens of claims have been filed and many more are expected.  The Philadelphia Inquirer

CRIME NEWS

  • Police responded before 2 a.m. on Friday to a shooting at North 18th and West Huntingdon streets in North Philadelphia where three teen victims were found, with one teen fatally shot in the head and back near a church and a dark sedan bringing two others to a hospital—one suffered critical injuries from shots in the back and leg and one 16-year-old was stable while investigators noted the car was stolen and had a screwdriver in its ignition.  KYW Newsradio

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Harcum College in Bryn Mawr received a $40 million gift from the estate of former board member Louise Strauss — the largest donation in its 110-year history. The funds will be used for student scholarships, facility upgrades, technology, and safety improvements as the college works to attract more students.  The Philadelphia Inquirer

SPORTS NEWS

  • The MLB trade deadline ended in late July and NL East teams made major moves. The Phillies and Mets improved their rosters by adding key players—while the Braves lost value by holding onto expiring deals as the Marlins and Nationals built future prospects.  Metro Philadelphia
  • The Phillies & Mets made trade deadline deals to fix weak spots as they try to win a tight NL East race. The Phillies traded prospects for a reliever and a center fielder and signed a free agent to boost their bullpen while the Mets focused on rental relievers and an outfielder for a stronger team.  The Philadelphia Inquirer
  • Jimmy Rollins was added to the Phillies’ Wall of Fame after a secret meeting kept him in Philadelphia—ensuring he remained a franchise icon—while former GM Ed Wade was also honored for his key role in that decision.  The Philadelphia Inquirer

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