Good morning, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia's Center City hotels reported $335 million in revenue from May 1 to Aug.

31, boosted by big summer events including the FIFA World Cup (revenue grew over 20% year-over-year). Hotel leaders praised the strong visitor reviews that underscored the city’s solid hosting of large events.

Philadelphia has seven Halloween popups offering themed cocktails, pumpkin patches, mini golf, and spooky immersive experiences throughout October.

Events at places like Craftsman Row Saloon (open until Oct. 31), Bridget Foy’s on South Street, and Liberty Point’s pumpkin patch provide fun options for adults and families.

The MacArthur Foundation announced its 2026 fellows yesterday, naming 20 creative recipients including Philadelphia’s saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins, who learned of the $800,000 five-year grant while riding Amtrak.

The award supports work in arts, history and social science that challenges conventional ideas.

Philadelphia School District staff are going door-to-door to find the missing students as enrollment stands at 113,000 instead of the projected 116,000.

Superintendent Tony Watlington says teams will search neighborhoods by Thursday & work with parents to boost funding based on per-pupil counts.

Measles cases have topped over 900 in Pennsylvania with 83 in Chester County near Philadelphia, as the outbreak expands from Lancaster County plus health officials ramp up vaccination drives to boost community protection.

The Phillies Rally for Red October Bus Tour energized fans on Tuesday, Sept.

29 as the double-decker stopped at City Hall, Comcast Center Plaza, Eastern State Penitentiary and Garage Fishtown. Fans received rally towels, cheer cards, beads and gear ahead of Game 1 at 2 p.m.

The Sixers began training camp Tuesday at their practice facility, focusing on defensive fundamentals under coach Nick Nurse (with new starters and fresh acquisitions).

Joel Embiid said he felt good after practice, and LeBron James provided strong vocal leadership to build team focus for the season.

The Eagles lost 27-7 to the Bears Monday night — turnovers and penalties cost them dearly as quarterback Jalen Hurts was under concussion evaluation and coach Nick Sirianni said the loss is a chance to improve ahead of hosting the Rams on Sunday.