Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Philadelphia.
Opera Philadelphia will bring the new opera 'Suddenly Last Summer' based on a Tennessee Williams classic to the Forrest Theatre on Oct.
22, 23, and 25 with Pick Your Price tickets starting at $11 for local audiences. The production, composed by Courtney Bryan, explores family secrets, power, and the struggle for truth.
Jalen Hurts is donating $600K to fast-track an upgrade at Northeast High School’s air conditioning system as officials work to prevent early dismissals during hot weather.
The donation (the foundation’s largest so far) follows a $200K gift last year to improve cooling in 10 schools.
Districts in the region have reduced personal device use for early grades.
The new measures limit screen time & enforce teacher-led tech use as announced by Colonial, Tredyffrin/Easttown, and Phoenixville amid growing parental concerns.
On Aug. 25, Senators McCormick and Fetterman sent a letter to HHS asking why funding was cut from long term research projects affecting local institutions such as Penn and CHOP, warning that the changes could delay advances in patient care.
They expect the department to clarify criteria and next steps soon.
Pennsylvania officials reported that an 18-year-old from Mifflin County died from severe neurological complications, making him the state’s fourth measles death.
Nearly 700 cases have been recorded across 38 counties, and health officials warn that low vaccination rates are fueling the outbreak.
The Eagles won their week 1 game against the Commanders on Sunday while Jalen Hurts led explosive plays and Saquon Barkley made key runs, even as an injured offensive lineman (Landon Dickerson) raised lineup concerns ahead of their clash with the Titans.
With 12 games remaining, the Phillies face the Nationals Tuesday in Washington — playoff hopes remain uncertain as starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo missed his last start due to shoulder stiffness and the team must secure wins to stay in postseason contention.
After a Tuesday night loss to the Nationals that dropped their record to 5-8, the Phillies face playoff risk as another loss could push them to the final seed with 10 games left.
Today, Zack Wheeler takes the mound as Manager Don Mattingly seeks a win.
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