Playoff Hopes, Pothole Problems, and Philly Protests
Happy Monday. If you spent yesterday dodging potholes or March Madness crowds, here’s what you missed in Philly news.
🚨 City News & Stuff to Know
- Weekend Weather Whiplash: Philly got a warm Sunday, but thunderstorms and strong winds hit last night. Here’s what to expect for the week.
- Pothole Alert: A huge pothole on the Grays Ferry Avenue Bridge took out several cars. If you use that route, drive like you’re in a Mario Kart. Details here.
- AI Traffic Cams: Delaware County is using AI-powered cameras to help unsnarl Lancaster Ave. (No, they’re not ticketing you—yet.) More on that.
- Uber Delivery Bots in Center City: Yep, they’re actually trying out those little robot delivery carts downtown. Here’s how it's going.
- Election Academy: Philly held its first session to show voters how elections work and (hopefully) bust through some of the trust issues. Read more.
- Philly Protest: Iran war protesters hit Center City, calling out Sens. McCormick and Fetterman. What they want.
- Open-Air Market Returns: Chestnut Hill’s big open-air market is back in April with vintage, food trucks, and live music. Deets.
⚡ Sports: Hope & Hype
- Flyers Still in the Mix: The Flyers are making it interesting in the playoff race—don’t call it a comeback (yet). Check their odds.
- Phillies Watch: The Phils might have more competition in the NL East this year—so no cakewalk, but no panic. Division preview. Also: new Opening Day stuff + ballpark bites.
- Eagles Notes: Backup QB Tanner McKee has trade value, and O-line legend Jeff Stoutland might be sticking around in some form. Read more.
- March Madness Afterglow: Big crowds, surprises, and some new Philly hoops heroes after the tournament’s first round at Wells Fargo. Recap and the All-Philly team.
🗳️ Statehouse & Local Politics
- Tax Talks: Harrisburg is looking at deductions for organ donors and inheritance tax cuts—could help some Philly families. Details.
- Delco Entrepreneurs: Latino business owners met with lawmakers to talk community growth. More here.
See something big we missed? Hit reply. Otherwise: hang onto your hubcaps, dodge the robots, and catch you tomorrow.
