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Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UArts’ 150‐year archive—containing about 1 million items across 1,000 linear feet—is now housed at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. HSP will host an open house on Nov. 9 to share the collection and highlight Philadelphia's deep cultural heritage. WHYY
- ➤ Marsha's, Philly's first queer women's sports bar, opened on South Street on September 22 and drew a large crowd who cheered the new venue—one built by members of the queer community. The event marked a historic step for representation and women's sports in the city. The Philadelphia Inquirer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania produces plenty of natural gas from fracking but most of it is sent out of state—keeping local electricity bills high and pushing many families into tougher choices over heating and cooling their homes. Utility rates have risen by 31 percent since 2020 and more households face power cut-offs as demand grows. Spotlight PA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ SEPTA plans to continue a three-year, $825,000 contract with Careers Express to monitor rider experience—board members questioned the cost and suggested recruiting volunteers as a lower-cost option. KYW Newsradio
- ➤ Philadelphia courts extended a pause on nearly 200 litigation cases involving the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office after a ransomware cyberattack on August 11 disrupted operations — the pause will last until October 2 while the office investigates compromised data. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Governor Josh Shapiro said Pennsylvania may start the process to leave PJM if the operator does not make needed reforms in the next few months—rising electricity costs from delays in connecting new energy sources are hurting consumers. The change would require local utilities to exit PJM through legislative or commission action and is a complex process. WHYY
- ➤ Lawmakers have not agreed on a spending total for the state budget that is nearly three months overdue, leaving essential services without funds. Gov. Shapiro and Senate GOP leaders will continue talks as they debate revenue measures and efforts to protect the state's Rainy Day Fund—facing a growing deficit. The Philadelphia Inquirer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Disability advocates and long-term care leaders warn that Medicaid funding cuts may force nursing homes like Inglis House to reduce staff and services. They plan to boost revenue sources and use technology to maintain care quality—though many worry about a decline in residents' quality of life. WHYY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Veteran pass rusher Za’Darius Smith signed a one-year deal worth $4.25 million with the Eagles and recorded four tackles, a half sack, a tackle for loss and a quarterback hit in 20 snaps during his debut win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Eagles GM Howie Roseman said Smith will mentor a young pass rush group and help boost the team’s defense in upcoming games — a move that shows the organization is focused on strengthening its roster. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Bernie Parent, the legendary goalie who led the Flyers to two Stanley Cup wins in the 1970s, died in his sleep at age 80 after suffering from a painful back condition. The Hall of Famer, revered by Philadelphia fans for his key role during the Broad Street Bullies era, leaves behind a legacy that defined a generation of hockey champions — his memory will live on in the city’s sports history. KYW Newsradio
- ➤ The Phillies lost two of three games to the Diamondbacks this weekend — ending their final road series — and are still in playoff contention with two homestands and six games left to clinch a second bye. The team needs three wins or three Dodgers losses to secure their playoff spot. Metro Philadelphia
- ➤ Jordan Davis reacted with excitement after he blocked a field goal that turned into a touchdown in the game on Monday, September 22nd. His strong play — built on hard offseason work — helped secure the win for his team. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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