Philadelphia News
Budget
Mayor Parker's $6.9B budget — transit funding is the flashpoint
City Council opened hearings on the proposed fiscal 2027 budget. Transit advocates are pushing to reverse last year's route cuts, while the mayor's office says new revenue is needed first.
State
PA House passes minimum wage increase — heads to Senate
House Bill 2189 would raise Pennsylvania's minimum wage for the first time in 15 years. The bill now moves to the Senate, where its path remains uncertain.
Culture
Phillies unveil Citizens Bank Park upgrades ahead of home opener
The Phillies revealed a series of renovations at Citizens Bank Park including improved concessions and new seating areas. The home opener is set for tonight.
Today in Philly
Festival
Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival — Fairmount Park
Philadelphia's beloved annual cherry blossom festival is back this weekend with Japanese cultural performances, food, and stunning pink blooms across Fairmount Park.
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Sports
Phillies Home Opener — Citizens Bank Park
The Phillies kick off their home schedule tonight against the Mets — expect heavy traffic on Broad St southbound from 4:30pm.
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Exhibition
Botany of Nations at Academy of Natural Sciences
A new exhibition exploring Lewis and Clark's botanical discoveries opens this weekend at one of Philly's oldest museums.
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Commute & Roads — 8 disruptions today
Quiet Saturday — no major road closures, a few bus detours with limited details.
transit authority Routes 2, 4, 5 — Possible minor detours in South & West Philly
transit authority has flagged Routes 2, 4, and 5 with unspecified detour alerts. Riders should check transit authority.org or the app before heading out, as minor reroutes may be in effect.
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transit authority Routes 7, 9, 12 — Possible minor detours in Center City & North Philly
Routes 7, 9, and 12 are flagged with detour notices but no specific reroute details are provided. Stops may be temporarily relocated — check signage at your stop.
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transit authority Routes 16, 17, 18 — Possible minor detours
These bus routes carry alerts with no specific detour information. Service is likely running with minor adjustments. Check the transit authority app for real-time bus locations.
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transit authority Routes 29, 30, 32, 33 — Possible minor detours in North & West Philly
Four routes serving North and West Philadelphia are flagged but lack detour details. Expect normal or near-normal service with possible brief reroutes.
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transit authority Routes 38, 39, 45 — Possible minor detours
These routes are flagged with unspecified alerts. Riders should allow a few extra minutes and confirm your stop is active via the transit authority app.
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transit authority Routes 47, 48, 49 — Possible minor detours in South & West Philly
Three popular routes in South and West Philly are flagged. No specific reroutes are listed, so disruption is likely minimal. Check real-time tracking before you go.
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transit authority Route 52 — Possible minor detour in West Philly
Route 52 serving West Philly carries an unspecified alert. Service is expected to run close to normal. Use the transit authority app to track your bus in real time.
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No street closures reported citywide
Philadelphia has zero active street closure permits today. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians should find roads and sidewalks fully open.
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Philly Sports
Phillies vs Mets
Scheduled · Home
7:05 PM
76ers vs Celtics
Final · Away
108 - 117
Flyers vs Rangers
Scheduled · Away
7:00 PM