As the town plans the following chapter in growth — the $160 million “capping” of I-676 between tenth and thirteenth streets — one aim is to revive and reunite the long-divided Chinatown neighborhood, and officers are kicking off a number of weeks of soliciting group suggestions on their wants, challenges and wishes.
On Sunday, that included a pop-up suggestions session that included three doable ideas for the undertaking. Proceed studying …
Kosuke and Tomomi Chujo, who personal Tokyo’s Nihonbashi Philly restaurant, have landed in Philadelphia and are able to serve up some cheesesteaks at two pop-up occasions, one taking place as we speak.
They spoke to Billy Penn’s Julia Binswanger and shared what to anticipate on the pop-ups, Kosuke’s newest tattoos, their affection for the Philadelphia Worldwide Airport, and why they connect with this metropolis a lot. Proceed studying …
RECAP: What else occurred?
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• Philly-area postal employees concern a non-public takeover. Might it occur? [WHYY]
• Sanctuary cities like Philly may face federal cuts following a Trump government order. [Inquirer$]
• Metropolis enterprise fear about congestion and lack of parking if SEPTA has to cut back service. [WHYY]
• A three way partnership of Jefferson Well being, the town college district and Esperanza School goals to handle the scarcity of well being care employees by offering fast-track coaching for highschool college students. [WHYY]
• The UK’s Prince Edward is visiting Philly as we speak to dedicate a historic bell and honor native college students. [WHYY]
• After a public vote, the Philadelphia Zoo has named its endangered tortoise hatchlings after the ‘Golden Women.’ [NBC10]
Weekly transient on gun violence prevention (with PCGVR)
We publish this report every week in partnership with the Philadelphia Middle for Gun Violence Reporting.
By the numbers in Philadelphia
- 14: Capturing victims recorded from April 20 by way of April 26, together with 1 fatality, in line with metropolis knowledge. Throughout the earlier week, 16 taking pictures victims have been recorded, together with 4 fatalities. [Source: nickhand.dev]
- 62: Yr-to-date homicides, down 29% vs. final 12 months’s tempo; down 50% vs. 5 years in the past [Philly Police]
Philly DA Race
Candidate appearances:
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker will be part of His Royal Highness, The Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh (HRH), and native training organizations for a dedication service for the Bicentennial Bell, at Benjamin Rush Backyard, 316 Market St. (11:20 a.m.)
The mayor will attend the 57th annual Police Athletic League Awards Gala, at Swap Home Resort, 1325 Seashore St. (6 p.m.)
ON THE CALENDAR
🌸 27 methods to get out and benefit from the spring climate
💒 Previous Metropolis Marriage ceremony Stroll: Wednesday, April 30
🧀🥩 Nihonbashi Philly cheesesteak pop-up: April 30 + Might 5
🎶 Sing Us House Pageant: Friday-Sunday, Might 2-4
Wednesday, April 30: Sweat in Heels
Underneath the steering of dancer & teacher Stephany Lynn, you’ll faucet into your female vitality, refine your motion, and embrace your most fearless self. $22 tickets. (6:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, April 30: Indego’s tenth Anniversary night time journey
Meet at 7 p.m. on the Rocky Steps to kick off Bike Month with the Wednesday Evening Rides crew. Free, however learn the ‘How We Trip’ security information.
Friday, Might 2: 2025 Philadelphia Market Kickoff
Makers and crafters from the tri-state space return to Dilworth Park by way of Saturday, June 28, 2025 and September 5 by way of October 4, 2025. 20+ distributors each Friday and Saturday from 12 to six p.m. Particular occasions: Classic Market takeover on Might 30-31 and June 27-28.
Friday, Might 2: First Friday: Sketch The Athenæum
Convey your personal artwork provides (pens, pencils, sketchbooks, cameras – no paint, please!) and take inspiration from The Athenæum’s areas and objects from the collections. The exhibition Laurie Olin, Drawing to See: The Italian Sketchbooks can even be open. Free with required RSVP. (5 p.m.)
Friday, Might 2: Bok Open Studios
All 9 flooring of the Bok constructing opens to the general public to the workspaces of effective artists, glass blowers, ceramicists, bakers, jewelers, guitar makers, designers, photographers, and extra. Additionally: meals distributors, group tables within the hallways, and pop-up artwork and music all through the constructing. Have a beverage on the roof at Bok Bar or seize dinner at Irwin’s. (5 to 9 p.m.)
Might 1 by way of Might 18: CATO (Remixed)
The Philadelphia Artists Collective returns to site-specific work as they current the world premiere, meta-theatrical adaptation within the traditionally vital web site of Carpenters’ Corridor. Discover the similarities between the tumultuous political panorama of Historical Rome, Revolutionary-era America, and our present divided nation. $19.36 college students; $36.70 normal admission. (7 to 9 p.m.)
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