Good morning, Philadelphia.

A two-alarm fire at a Chester home (near Terrill Street and Morton Avenue) on Saturday displaced six people as firefighters controlled the blaze in 20 minutes and no injuries were reported while the Red Cross provided assistance.

Education committee chair Isaiah Thomas said the Masterman admissions policy is unfair because many students, including his son, miss out on essential algebra needed for STEM skills.

The school district said it will add classes next term and offer algebra in all 8th-grade schools starting in the 2027-2028 school year.

On Sept. 5, SEPTA will close 11th Street Station for over a year for a $44 million accessibility upgrade that adds elevators and updates lighting, signage and flooring to ensure ADA compliance.

Trains will bypass the station until Aug. 30, 2027, helping cut construction time and save on costs.

At Jefferson Health Training Complex on Aug.

7, Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley said he is eager to win another Super Bowl and build on his record—inspired by local high standards, he aims to cement his legacy with a championship run.

Veteran edge rusher A.J.

Epenesa joined the Eagles and will play between 20 and 40 snaps per game, adding disciplined run defense + pass pressure after overcoming free agency injury concerns.