Storm Batters FDR Park Market; Heat Warning Looms

Philadelphia News

Culture

Weekend Microburst Devastates Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park

A sudden, powerful microburst storm tore through FDR Park on Saturday, heavily damaging the beloved Southeast Asian Market. Vendors suffered significant losses and organizers are seeking community donations to help them recover.

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Budget

Philly Sitting on $100M Windfall While Small Businesses Plead for Tax Relief

Philadelphia has landed a $100 million budget surplus, but small business owners are still pushing Mayor Parker and City Council to expand exemptions to the city's business income tax. Sole proprietors in particular say the current relief falls far short of what they need to stay afloat.

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Politics

Vacant Strawberry Mansion Church to Become Workforce Housing

A long-vacant church on North 33rd Street in Strawberry Mansion will be converted into workforce housing through a $10 million project. The redevelopment of Cornerstone Baptist Church aims to bring much-needed affordable units to a neighborhood with limited housing options.

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Commute & Roads — 2 disruptions today

Roads are clear with no major closures, though several bus routes are running on detours — check your stop before heading out.

Multiple bus routes on detour — Routes 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 16, 17, 18, G1

Ten bus routes are currently operating on detours across the city. Details on specific stops affected are limited, so riders should verify their route before heading out and allow extra travel time.

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Extreme Heat Warning — dangerous conditions expected regionwide

Heat index values could reach 107°F today across the Philadelphia region. If you're walking, cycling, or waiting at a bus stop, try to move during cooler morning hours and seek shade or air conditioning.

🚶 🚲 Philadelphia Today, July 14