Good morning, Philadelphia.

Sonder, a short-term rental firm in Center City, closed its operations after Marriott ended their deal and the firm announced plans for Chapter 7 bankruptcy due to severe financial constraints.

Guests were given less than 24 hours to leave and about 1,400 employees lost their jobs (shares dropped over 64%), deepening the company's downturn.

Philadelphia is brightening up the season with several holiday light shows that kick off on Nov.

20 and run through early next year—events include a free display at Franklin Square with 1,000 twinkling lights, a dazzling light installation at the Zoo with over a million lights, a festive trolley tour of decorated neighborhoods, and family-friendly nights at the Abington Art Center, Morris Arboretum and Elmwood Park Zoo. These events offer music, themed displays and seasonal treats for visitors across the city.

Philly will host a weekend of events starting Nov.

14 with Dilworth Park offering an ice rink, a wintergarden with lights and mulled wine, and a holiday market featuring local vendors, while Assembly Rooftop Lounge unveils a new winter menu. Volunteers can join Love Your Park Weekend on Nov. 15 at Gorgas Park and visitors can enjoy Jane Austen high tea on Nov. 16 and view the American Mythologies exhibit at Germantown Historical Society through Nov. 22 — events that showcase local culture.

A group of funders led by the William Penn Foundation is set to provide more than $8 million to boost job training programs that prepare local residents for careers in digital solutions, materials machining, and biomedical sciences.

Nineteen nonprofits will use the funds to ease costs like child care and transportation—helping more than 4,000 job seekers move toward better, family-sustaining work.

James LeGette is a Philly native who teaches special education, is a grad student, & cheers for the Eagles as one of three male cheerleaders.

He is following his dreams in both his career and sports.

The U.S. Mint ended production of the penny yesterday in Philadelphia to cut costs and because it is now rarely used—officials said the final coins will be auctioned off.

Philadelphia street festivals are facing high police overtime fees that force organizers to cancel or cut back on events, as some groups end up with bills up to $40,000.

Elected officials & police-connected groups do not pay these fees under informal city deals, raising concerns among neighborhood organizers.

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J.

Brown showed his frustration during a Twitch stream on Monday after posting just two catches for 13 yards, saying his game was 'a s— show' and advising fantasy managers to drop him. Head coach Nick Sirianni defended Brown by saying he is working hard while the team prepares to host the Detroit Lions Sunday night at Lincoln Financial Field — fueling more doubts about the offense.

On Tuesday night, hundreds of Eagles fans gathered at Montgomery Auditorium at the Parkway Central Library to listen as Ray Didinger and Merrill Reese shared memories of the team’s past and present.

The pair discussed the new edition of The Eagles Encyclopedia—Champions II and recalled key moments including the Super Bowl LIX win to connect with long-time fans.