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Sixers' Justin Edwards honored with gym dedication at former Philly school

Sixers forward Justin Edwards returned to his former Philadelphia elementary school, where his childhood NBA dreams inspired a special gym dedication.
Sixers forward Justin Edwards returned to his former Philadelphia elementary school, where his childhood NBA dreams inspired a special gym dedication.
Darnetta Arce, President of Lower North Philadelphia CDC, speaks about a proposal by Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson to limit smoke shops Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, outside City Hall.

Philly City Council to consider zoning limits on smoke shops

Philly City Council will consider new zoning restrictions on smoke shops, including a 750-foot buffer around schools, parks and other tobacco retailers.
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Flannel Fest returns Sunday, Oct. 25, with live entertainment and local food.

Philly Flannel Fest returns to Germantown for fall fun, local food and more

Philly Flannel Fest returns to Germantown's Braid Mill on Oct. 25 with live entertainment, seasonal drinks, local food and vendors celebrating Philly businesses.
Philly Goat Project’s fifth annual GOAToberFest fundraiser will return to Laurel Hill West Conservatory this weekend.

Fun things to do in Philly this weekend

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3 sought in arson, burglary at North Philly corner store

This surveillance image shows the suspects in the Oct. 1 arson at 19th and Ringgold streets.

Philadelphia police are searching for three suspects in an Oct. 1 burglary and arson at a North Philly corner store. Surveillance video shows the incident.

Rev. Jay Broadnax, pastor of Mt. Pisgah AME Church, speaks about POWER Interfaith's "We Make Philly" campaign Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, outside City Hall.
Politics
A coalition of churches, synagogues and other religious congregations is pushing for a Philadelphia wealth tax and a pair of initiatives aimed at helping to relieve the affordability crisis for low- and middle-income families.
District Attorney Larry Krasner said that a prior murder case against the suspect in the killing of Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber fell apart due to police misconduct.
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A prior murder case against the suspect in the killing of Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber fell apart due to police misconduct, District Attorney Larry Krasner said Tuesday.
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New Regional Rail schedules will go into effect this Sunday, Oct. 18. 
Transit
SEPTA announced new Regional Rail schedules that will go into effect on Sunday, Oct. 18. 
Things to do
Manayunk

Manayunk Fall Guide: Festivals, haunted houses and Halloween fun

The second annual Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl returns this weekend.

Philadelphians looking to fill their fall schedules are in luck — Manayunk has plenty on the docket this time of year.

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Explore Philadelphia’s haunted past with true crime, ghost trolley tours

A past image of Founding Footstep

Explore Philadelphia's haunted history with Founding Footsteps' BYOB trolley tours, featuring chilling true-crime stories, ghost hunts and historic sites.

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Where to find spooky cocktails, Halloween treats and fall eats in Philly

Morgan’s Pier is serving up an Apple Spiced Toddy this season.

Discover where to find Halloween cocktails, spooky sweets, seasonal dinners and fall-inspired treats at Philadelphia restaurants and bars this October.

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3 realistic expectations for Tyrese Maxey this season

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) drives past Brooklyn Nets forward Noah Clowney (21) during the first half at Barclays Center.
Tyrese Maxey enters the 2026-27 NBA season with championship aspirations. Here are three realistic expectations for the Sixers' All-NBA guard.
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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) gains yards after a catch as Jacksonville Jaguars safety Kaevon Merriweather (26) pursues during the first half at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The Eagles' offense is falling apart at the seams and injuries aren't to blame
New Orleans Pelicans center Hunter Dickinson #4 at the Kia Center.
With Ariel Hukporti sidelined, the Sixers could use their remaining two-way roster spot to add center depth. Here are three potential targets for Philadelphia.
Reading Fightin's Aidan Miller on Tuesday Sept. 3, 2024.
Several Phillies prospects are playing in the Arizona Fall League in an effort to improve their skills ahead of 2027.

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