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Jalen Hurts to miss clash with Panthers due to superficial blood clot

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs off the field after a victory against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field.
The Eagles' short-term outlook just became even weaker, with Jalen Hurts set to miss at least the next game.
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Man fatally shot by police on Benjamin Franklin Parkway identified

Philadelphia police identified William Austin, 60, as the man fatally shot by officers on Benjamin Franklin Parkway and released new details about the confrontation.
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The Philadelphia Film Festival is set to run Oct. 15 to 25.

Philadelphia Film Festival turns 35 with citywide celebration

The Philadelphia Film Festival celebrates its 35th anniversary Oct. 15-25 with film premieres, special guests, filmmaker Q&As and free screenings across the city.
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.

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Academy of Natural Sciences supporters rally to push for reopening

Supporters of the Academy of Natural Sciences protest its planned closure on Sept. 8, 2026.

More than 600 people rallied virtually to save Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences as advocates push for reopening and explore the museum's future.

According to the state, PhilaPort supported more than 8,000 jobs and generated nearly $1.2 billion in economic output across Pennsylvania in 2025.
South Philadelphia
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced an $837 million Port of Philadelphia expansion, including $371.5 million in state funding, expected to create more than 6,000 jobs.
Crime
A 23-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Thursday morning in Port Richmond, police said.
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City Council Majority Leader Katherine Gilmore Richardson speaks about her proposal to regulate smoke shops Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, outside City Hall.
Politics
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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Going Out

Fun things to do in Philly this weekend

Halloween House Philly offers a more playful take on the season, with no actors, blood or traditional haunted-house scares.

Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.

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

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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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5 reasons to still ride with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2026

October 11, 2026.Philadelphia Eagles' Darius Cooper celebrates scoring their second touchdown.
The Eagles find themselves in unfamiliar territory, but now isn't the time for fans to lose faith.
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Xfinity Mobile Arena home of the Philadelphia Flyers and 76ers in Philadelphia Pennsylvania USA
The Philadelphia Flyers have announced that two iconic players will be joining their fellow greats in the Hall of Fame
Oct 3, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (74) celebrates his goal against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Flyers are officially off to their worst start in team history, but is it too early to panic? ​
Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies and Kevin Long #53 during the game against the Washington Nationals on July 1, 2023 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The Phillies have parted ways with Kevin Long and Bobby Dickerson following a disappointing 2026 season.

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