Good morning, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia’s Kensington ‘Blitz’ continues today as increased police enforcement and street cleaning clear public spaces, though outreach workers say key services for those experiencing homelessness remain missing.

Local advocates report efforts have not yet offered needed addiction treatment, medical care + shelter.

West Philly residents can join the Cat Walk on Nov.

8 at Clark Park & travel along Baltimore Avenue, where pet owners sign up to list their cats on a Google map. The guided tour lets locals explore neighborhood felines & connect with fellow cat lovers.

Philly AIDS Thrift celebrated its 21st birthday on Saturday in South Street with a block party featuring vintage clothing, art, a dunk tank, a pie-eating contest, and live music from DJ Robert Drake.

The nonprofit shop (which has raised over $5 million for HIV and AIDS programs) supports the community.

West Philly nonprofit Level Up has doubled its weekly attendance to 3,000, offering free meals, a computer lab, and dance battles for teens and young adults at (47th and Chestnut).

Founder Aaron Campbell said the organization will soon launch a program in Harlem to meet growing community needs.

Philly Music Fest celebrated its 10th anniversary — a decade of growth — last week by turning its two-day event into a week-long series of intimate shows at independent venues, featuring headliners The Dillinger Escape Plan and Sweet Pill.

Cunningham Piano Co., a 135-year-old business, opened its new King of Prussia facility on Oct.

1, housing retail and education spaces with a 150-seat performance venue; the company will host its First Fridays Concert Series beginning Nov. 6 (featuring Philly’s jazz pianist Eric Wortham II) to boost the music scene.

Philadelphia ratepayers will face a nearly 9% rise in heating costs this winter as electricity and heating oil prices climb, though those using natural gas may see lower bills.

A winter moratorium + assistance programs help protect low-income families from utility shutoffs.

School choice advocates in Philadelphia are urging Gov. Josh Shapiro to join a federal tax credit program that will fund K-12 scholarships starting in 2027.

Shapiro said he is open to the proposal and is reviewing details + local groups prepare for a Jan. 1 start.

Keith Russell explains that birding in Philadelphia does not require a car, trips to remote reserves, or costly gear, making the pastime affordable for beginners.

Local parks and neighborhoods offer ample opportunities to spot birds near home.

The Flyers snapped a nine-game winless streak with a 3-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday.

Young forwards Michkov and Martone each scored and assisted while goaltender Vladar stopped 25 shots to set a hopeful tone for the season.

Adults across Philadelphia join recreational sports leagues for exercise, friendly competition, and social connection.

Players meet at community centers (like Old Pine Community Center) and rooftop fields to leave work and screens behind.

The Eagles lost to the Panthers on Sunday without star QB Jalen Hurts, who is sidelined with a blood clot; Tanner McKee made his debut amid several injuries.

The team will face the Cowboys tonight on Monday Night Football as they try to improve.

The Philadelphia Sixers are set to begin the 2026-27 season Tuesday night against the defending champion Knicks with a revamped lineup featuring LeBron James and Jaylen Brown—key to building team chemistry for a strong championship run.

The team will manage player workloads to stay healthy.