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Commute · Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Plan extra time tonight for the All-Star Game crowds, dress light in the 78°F heat, and check your bus route before heading out.
Philadelphia News
Culture
MLB All-Star Game brings massive crowds to Philadelphia
Baseball fans flooded Independence Mall for a red carpet event ahead of tonight's MLB All-Star Game, which tips off at 8 p.m. and features the best players from both leagues. It's a major moment for the city and will create significant traffic and crowd congestion across Center City and South Philly.
Budget
Philly sits on $100M surplus even as small businesses plead for tax relief
Philadelphia is reporting a $100 million budget windfall, but small business owners are still pushing hard for relief from the city's Business Income and Receipts Tax. Mayor Cherelle Parker and City Council are weighing whether to expand an exemption for sole proprietors.
Public Safety
Microburst storm devastates Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park
A sudden microburst storm over the weekend tore through the beloved Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park, causing widespread damage to vendors and their stalls. Organizers are now seeking community donations to help affected vendors recover.
Commute & Roads — 4 disruptions today
Roads are largely clear this morning, but numerous bus routes are on detours and All-Star Game traffic will significantly impact South Philly tonight.
MLB All-Star Game — Major traffic impact near Citizens Bank Park tonight
The MLB All-Star Game starts at 8 p.m. in South Philly, meaning Broad Street, Pattison Avenue, and surrounding roads will be heavily congested from late afternoon through midnight. Leave early or use transit, and budget significant extra time if driving or walking in the area.
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Tonight, July 15
Multiple bus routes on detour — Routes 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 16, 18, 19, 22, 23 and more
At least 20 bus routes are currently operating on detours across the city, though specific detour details were not published. Check the transit authority's app or website before you leave to confirm your stop and route path.
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Extreme Heat Warning — Heat index up to 107°F in the region
A severe heat warning is in effect for the broader Philadelphia region, with heat index values potentially reaching 107°F in neighboring Delaware and South Jersey counties. Limit time outdoors, stay hydrated, and be cautious if walking or cycling — especially near the All-Star Game crowd tonight.
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FDR Park — Storm damage from weekend microburst affecting the area
Saturday's microburst storm caused significant damage to the Southeast Asian Market at FDR Park in South Philly. Visitors to the park should expect possible debris, altered access, or changed conditions in that area.
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Ongoing cleanup