Good morning, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia will host National Treasure Weekend Aug.

20-22 with interactive puzzles, live podcast recordings, guided tours, and outdoor movie screenings at Independence Mall — director Jon Turteltaub will share behind-the-scenes filming secrets during the events.

The Twisted Tail’s 12th Annual Whiskey Bonanza is set for Thursday, Sept.

24 in Headhouse Square. Guests will enjoy live music, over 120 whiskey tastings & VIP perks with rare whiskeys and exclusive Southern bites.

Kensington High School students will start school on Aug.

24 at the vacant Austin Meehan Middle School in Mayfair after asbestos concerns halted work on a new HVAC system; more than 400+ students and 90+ staff are set to relocate while renovations resume for a January reopening.

Kevin Palak, a local educator, is transporting two dozen typewriters from W.P.M.

Typewriter Store in Mt. Airy to Crowley for his class. He believes using typewriters will help students think carefully and write with real ideas—moving them away from digital shortcuts.

Residents in Upper Merion celebrated Thursday night as the Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to reject all five data center proposals after months of community meetings.

Developer MLP Ventures may appeal the decision.

Starting this weekend, Philadelphia police and the Parks & Rec Department will boost patrols at Devil’s Pool in Wissahickon Valley Park to enforce fines, signage, and visitor education after an online petition and past incident prompted action.

The plan targets illegal swimming, open flames, noise, and littering to help keep the area safe.

Dozens gathered at Philadelphia City Hall on Aug.

13 to urge federal action on Puerto Rico’s water crisis caused by drought and aging infrastructure. City Councilmember Quetcy Lozada and coalition leaders called for a FEMA emergency declaration + enhanced water system support on the island.

The Philadelphia VA hospital will soon start clinical trials testing psilocybin for veterans with depression and PTSD at the Corporal Michael J.

Crescenz Medical Center near UPenn. The trial, one of eight statewide studies, will assess if the mushroom’s effects can improve treatment + change thought patterns.

The Eagles are meeting the Ravens today for their preseason opener and three undrafted players—Lawson, Pulley, and Weru—are fighting to earn a roster spot as they showcase their unique skills throughout the game.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio — known for his clear and frank approach — energized training camp today by praising veteran Quinyon Mitchell and urging rookies to improve their play.

MLB Pipeline updated rankings for the Phillies farm system after the trade deadline, placing two July draft picks inside the top 10 and shortstop Bryan Rincon in the top five thanks to a strong season.

The list also highlights standout progress from players like Gage Wood and Francisco Renteria (top 100) that could shape the team’s future.

Last Thursday, Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs at Field of Dreams Ballpark in Dyersville to lead the Phillies to a 7-1 win over the Twins, with Aaron Nola pitching five innings effectively — preparing the team for their series in Minneapolis later this week.

Philadelphia sports fans get set for a busy holiday schedule as the Eagles play on Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve and the Sixers, boosted by LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, host a Christmas Day game amid rising ticket prices that have sparked divided reactions.