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America 250 events will bring major road closures

Philadelphia is preparing for significant road closures as America 250 celebration events approach. Commuters should plan ahead as several major routes will be affected by the festivities.

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Budget

Bartram Village getting $425M affordable housing revamp

Southwest Philadelphia's Bartram Village will be replaced with over 500 affordable rental units in a major redevelopment project. An emergency declaration has cleared the way to demolish 44 aging, vacant homes on the site.

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Public Safety

Camden suspends junkyard operations after 14 fires

Camden officials have suspended operations at EMR's scrap metal junkyard following 14 fires that exposed residents to toxic smoke. Residents are demanding the facility's noxious emissions be eliminated permanently after a city deal failed to protect them.

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Sports

World Cup matches in Philadelphia

FIFA World Cup games are happening in Philadelphia this week with fan fest events and watch parties across the city.

Concert

Noah Kahan concert

Popular singer-songwriter Noah Kahan is performing in the Philadelphia area this week as part of his tour.

Festival

Africatown Diaspora Festival

A celebration connecting Philadelphia's African diaspora community through culture, food, and activities happening this weekend.