Good morning, Philadelphia.

Residents and activists gathered Saturday afternoon in Grays Ferry to protest CHOP’s plan to build a 70-foot-tall, 1,000-car parking garage on a rare 3.2-acre green lot—residents suggested alternatives like a community garden, dog park, or inexpensive grocery store.

CHOP said the modified design would include community health space and improved pedestrian features.

Philadelphia’s branch of Breakthrough Collaborative has trained over 1,600 students and 550 teaching fellows over 30 years by merging academic enrichment with hands-on classroom experience—its summer program serves rising fifth through ninth graders with field trips and electives while year-round sessions offer career conversations and feedback for aspiring teachers. Graduates like Kayla Banks now enter local classrooms, strengthening the pipeline for new educators.

Starting next fall, Bucks County Community College students will be able to transfer to Wrexham University in Wales to earn a bachelor’s degree and an MBA—this partnership, sparked by ties with It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia creator Rob McElhenney and actor Ryan Reynolds, will offer financial savings and international experience. College leaders said the program will build student confidence by aligning similar student profiles from both institutions.

Political veterans predicted low turnout for November’s election, but Pennsylvania voting advocates are boosting participation as voters will face a yes or no vote on retaining three state Supreme Court justices and other judges; critics worry that outside money could upset the court’s balance. The election outcome will impact key issues like employment, consumer protection, and redistricting + reproductive rights.

Two Penn doctoral candidates explained how Black women in Philadelphia face high risks during pregnancy because the healthcare system often ignores their needs—Black women make up 43% of births but 73% of pregnancy deaths and are three to four times more likely to die than white women. They call for better community-led care models and hospital practices to protect Black maternal health.

Jesús Luzardo pitched six solid innings on Saturday to lead the Phillies to a 4-2 win over the Marlins as he continues his bounce-back season after recovering from injury last year—his strong performance has made him one of the team's top three starters.

Phillies shortstop Trea Turner left Sunday's game with a strained right hamstring and will be evaluated before Monday's series against the Mets.

He missed six weeks last season with a similar injury—raising concerns about his ability to keep playing at his usual level.

Walker Buehler remains on track for his Phillies debut this Friday at home against the Royals after pitching three innings in a triple A tuneup where he threw 78 pitches, allowed one run, and walked three batters (according to pitching coach Caleb Cotham).

The Phillies plan to use him in a six-man rotation with two more starts scheduled later this month to give the other starters extra rest.

After the Eagles beat the Cowboys in Week 1, coach Patullo and quarterback Hurts showed promise but needed to get A.J.

Brown more chances to catch the ball—adjustments will be made before the team faces the Chiefs in Week 2, where creative blitzes and strong run-stopping are expected to challenge their offense. The performance raised questions about the offensive line and defense, and the Eagles will work to fix these issues in time for the next game.