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Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Good morning, Philadelphia. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wardrobe is launching its new Cost of Authenticity Series to expand support services after 30 years of offering clothing help and career coaching (the free Women in Nonprofit Leadership event is set for Dec. 17 at 6 p.m. at the William Way Center) for community members. Metro Philadelphia
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trung Nguyên Legend opened its largest U.S. location in South Philly last month at 113-117 Washington Ave (a 5,000 sqft space spanning two floors and a roof deck) where customers ordered Vietnamese egg coffee and pour-over brews (a nod to local entrepreneurial flair) by Estelle Nguyen and Vandy Do. The Philadelphia Inquirer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After a licensing snag halted its September run, Bearded Ladies Cabaret returns with It's Giving Cabaret, a five-night holiday takeover inside the Wanamaker Building’s Greek Hall. The shows begin today at 9 p.m. and continue through Sunday, Dec. 14 + featuring drag, live music, and surprise acts. Metro Philadelphia
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Riverview Wellness Village — a city-owned recovery facility offering integrated care for over 200 residents — now provides medical, mental health, and job training support in Northeast Philadelphia. The center will add 50 beds in January and plans a new $80 million building to double capacity. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Health officials in Pennsylvania and New Jersey have rejected a CDC advisory panel’s proposal to delay newborn hepatitis B vaccinations until two months old, keeping the long-standing birth dose protocol. Pediatricians warn that delay could increase infection risks — they note that the current system has protected infants for decades. WHYY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ TF Cornerstone and Alterra Property Group submitted plans to restore the Wanamaker building's Grand Court with natural light and add a rooftop pool+hot tub along with new Market Street entrances; renovations will start in February and continue for years as the building converts to loft apartments and office space. The Philadelphia Inquirer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts turned the ball over twice on one play Monday night against the Chargers (first occurrence since 1978), a mistake that contributed to a 22-19 overtime loss. The turnovers allowed the Chargers to score crucial points in the historic game. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ The Phillies are exploring hiring Don Mattingly as bench coach given his strong managerial background and his connection with GM Preston Mattingly, while final details remain pending. Pitcher Zack Wheeler is making progress in rehab after surgery and his return is expected in six to eight months. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Kyle Schwarber re-signed with the Phillies on Tuesday for $150 million over five years in a deal that promises continued impact at Citizens Bank Park. Fans celebrated his return & some media expressed concerns about building on an older core. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ In a Monday night loss, the Eagles fell 22-19 as Jalen Hurts threw four interceptions and turned the ball over in a losing streak (third in a row). Coach Nick Sirianni said changes will be needed if Hurts does not improve and the team is to avoid past collapses. The Philadelphia Inquirer
- ➤ Philadelphia sports marked a dynamic 2025 with the Eagles winning the Super Bowl (celebrated by a Broad Street parade) and teams like the Phillies and Flyers facing pivotal playoff losses and leadership changes, while fans eagerly anticipate a future WNBA team. WHYY
- ➤ Team USA has included Phillies' Kyle Schwarber on its 10-player roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. He impressed with two home runs in the 2023 silver medal finish and was praised by USA manager Mark DeRosa for his leadership and composure. The Philadelphia Inquirer
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