Fans Punch Frozen Meat at Reading Terminal Market for Rocky Charity Challenge
Philadelphia locals punched frozen meat at Reading Terminal Market on Oct. 24 to honor Rocky's 50th anniversary and raise funds for charity.
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Museum Alters Gehry Redesign After $20 Million Gift
The museum is adjusting its Frank Gehry renovation to create more educational space after a $20 million gift, aiming to broaden its programming.
ACCT Philly seeks info on shelter dog shooting
ACCT Philly is requesting details after a claim that a shelter dog was shot while under a rescue partner's care. The city’s shelter partners with rescue groups to place dogs.
Developer Brian O'Neill Applies for Quarry Data Center
Brian O'Neill has applied to build a data center on a former quarry in Montgomery County, while other data‑center projects in the region are contested.
Armed Robbers Take $4,000 from Woman in Live! Casino Garage
Armed robbers stole $4,000 from a woman in the Live! Casino garage on Oct. 23, and police are looking for the suspects who fled in a white Honda Accord.
Museum Alters Gehry Renovation to Add Education Space After $20M Gift
The museum will modify its Frank Gehry redesign to add space for education programs after receiving a $20 million gift, aiming to broaden its educational offerings.
Philadelphia Orchestra Secures $10.5 Million for China Tour
The Philadelphia Orchestra secured a $10.5 million grant to support cultural‑diplomacy ahead of its China tour, aligning with a potential summit of world leaders.
SEPTA September Ridership Peaks Over 822,000
September 2026 saw SEPTA ridership exceed 822,000, the most since February 2020, though overall usage remains below pre‑pandemic figures.
EPA Starts Removal of 68,000 Cubic Yards of Toxic Waste
The EPA started excavating 68,000 cubic yards of toxic waste at Philadelphia's Franklin Slag Pile, uncovered after 26 years, to remediate site contamination.
Philadelphia investigators finish excavation, find no remains
Investigators concluded a thorough excavation at a Philadelphia home connected to seven missing women, finding no remains.
Freeze Warning Issued for Philadelphia This Weekend
A freeze warning for parts of Philadelphia on Oct. 24‑25 predicts frost and minimal rain, highlighting risks to outdoor and farming activities.
Police Search for Suspect After West Philly Drive‑by Injures 18‑Year‑Old
A drive‑by shooting in West Philadelphia on Oct. 21 wounded an 18‑year‑old, and police are now looking for the shooter.
AccuWeather forecasts sunny, cool weekend in Philadelphia
AccuWeather says the weekend of Oct. 24‑25, 2026 will be sunny, cool and crisp in Philadelphia.
Police Chief Criticizes DA Over Cop Killer Comments
Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel denounced DA Larry Krasner's remarks about the alleged cop killer's past acquittal, calling the comments unacceptable after Officer Shane Seiber's death.
Federal Grand Jury Indicts Man for Philadelphia Police Shooting
A federal grand jury has indicted a man for killing one police officer and injuring another in a recent Philadelphia shooting.
Art Professor Al Gury Honored at PAFA Memorial
A memorial ceremony at PAFA today will honor Al Gury for his decades of art teaching and cat‑rescue advocacy.
Teen Injured in West Philadelphia Drive-By Shooting
An 18-year-old was injured in a drive-by shooting in West Philadelphia on Wednesday night, and police are seeking the shooter.
Mighty Writers Reopens Camden Center, Searches for Philadelphia Sites
Mighty Writers resumed operations at its Camden center and is now looking for new spaces for its five Philadelphia sites after its partnership with the Philadelphia Housing Authority ended.
Philadelphia Voters to Choose Permanent Arts Office at City Hall
Philadelphia voters will vote on whether to keep a permanent arts and culture office at City Hall, with supporters saying it would allow arts groups to plan ahead rather than react to challenges.
Mobile Van Delivers Baby Supplies to Philadelphia Families
A mobile van launched in Philadelphia delivers monthly baby essentials to eligible low‑income families, a collaboration between Vonee Hill, Linked Family Services and Tiny Essentials Relief Hub.
