Good morning, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia hosts Treasure Hunt 2026 as Stack's Bowers Galleries leads a $10,000 treasure hunt today through Saturday.

Daily clues appear at 5:30 p.m. on Instagram + participants must race to decode hints near landmarks like the Rocky statue or City Hall for prizes up to $3,500.

PhilaPort will expand with nearly $1 billion in state, federal, and private funds — including major contributions from Holt Logistics and Glovis America — to add a new berth at SouthPort and upgrade Tioga terminal, which Gov. Shapiro said will boost productivity and create thousands of local jobs.

Founding Footsteps is launching two Halloween-themed BYOB trolley tours in Philadelphia.

The Philly True Crime Tour (21+ event) will run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. from 901 N Delaware Ave, while the Spirits of Philadelphia tour will depart weekly at 7 p.m. from 239 Arch St.

Officials in Eastwick are delaying the temporary installation of federally funded HESCO flood barriers after models showed the plan might divert floodwaters into Delaware County — design studies are ongoing until 2027 with construction aimed to begin in 2028.

Pennsylvania’s hydrogen hub projects remain stalled as federal funding uncertainty delays work.

Developers and local partners (including SEPTA’s planned hydrogen bus trials) are waiting for a clear budget signal to resume projects.

SEPTA will cut daily parking rates from $4 to $2 at its Frankford, Lansdale and Norristown garages until December — officials hope the change will boost usage amid low weekday attendance.

Philadelphia ranked last among 100 major cities in a WalletHub survey released last week — the report measured driver-friendliness by looking at traffic, road quality, and safety using Sept.

8 data. Local drivers spend more time stuck in congestion than those in other cities.

Local eateries are celebrating Halloween this October with limited-edition treats and seasonal menus.

Shane Confectionary offers Haunted Philadelphia sweets (limited to 125 cases) while Red Owl Tavern, Picnic, Craftsman Row Saloon, The Garden at City Tavern, Bloomsday, and Morgan’s Pier host spooky cocktails and fall-inspired dishes at their respective locations.

South Philly chef opens Mod Spuds on South Street— a dish that layers a baked potato with toppings influenced by British comfort food and Malaysian cuisine— offering locals a fresh taste of home.

Sixers guard Tyrese Maxey will aim to lead in steals, catch and shoot 3s, & closing plays in the 2026-27 season as he boosts Philadelphia’s title hopes.

His growth in clutch moments may shape the team's success during tight games.

With center Ariel Hukporti out, the Sixers may use their remaining two-way roster spot to add frontcourt depth by targeting Hunter Dickinson, Jesse Edwards, or Tyler Smith.

The team will decide after testing its current lineup.

The Eagles are struggling with a weak offense as quick passes yielded little gain during week 5.

Team coaches say they will try creative plays to adapt to the battered line when key players return soon.