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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Three new restaurants will soon open at 990 Spring Garden St. in the Spring Arts District. Chef Elijah Milligan will launch Lovechild this fall while Kyle Cuffie-Scott soft opens Darnel’s Cakes on Aug. 18—chef Joe Hunter is preparing Cerveau as a casual spot with a new mural and a focus on shareable dishes. The Philadelphia Inquirer
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia police arbitrators (appointed by the FOP) reinstated five officers fired for allegedly assaulting or threatening women after reviewing evidence including video and witness statements, and a citizens oversight commission (reporting concerns) said the decisions are troubling. The Philadelphia Inquirer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ SEPTA said it will cut 20% of service if a state transit funding deal is not reached by August 14, with deep cuts beginning on August 24. The new plan includes removing 32 bus routes and 3,000 stops, a fare increase on September 1, and will require commuters to plan extra time for transfers — an effort to quickly adjust schedules for impending funding challenges. KYW Newsradio
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia food news explains that locals can earn a six-figure income running online food accounts while August brings new restaurants and updated menus from areas like Rittenhouse Square and Fishtown (Craig LaBan recommends a top veggie burger at Pietramala). Updates also include new partnerships, planned openings, and some restaurant closings that will soon affect the local dining scene. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Phillies held a Behind the Diamond event where female fans got a tour of the field, visited the bullpen, and learned base running with first base coach Paco Figueroa. Announcer Dan Baker shared his past health battles and personal stories while the group, including 84-year-old Patricia, enjoyed hands-on activities and a behind-the-scenes look at the game. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Today the Eagles will play the Bengals in their first preseason game as coach Nick Sirianni keeps his plans secret while the team practices hard with changes on the field — the Phillies won against the Orioles with strong hits from key players and other Philly teams made new signings and position shifts that could shape the season. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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