Homicide Victim Identified

On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at approximately 7:09 p.m., officers from the 2nd District, Philadelphia, responded to a radio call reporting a person with a gun on the 12XX block of Magee Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, identified as Vaswani Brown, a 35-year-old Black male from the 14XX block of Levick Street, lying on the highway with a single gunshot wound to the torso.

Police transported the victim to Jefferson–Torresdale Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at 7:47 p.m.

Officers also recovered a handgun with an extended magazine at the scene, which was registered to the victim. At this time, the motive remains unknown and no arrests have been made.

PPD TO HONOR POLICE CHAPLAINS IN FIRST-EVER RECOGNITION CEREMONY

The Philadelphia Police Department will host its first-ever formal recognition ceremony honoring the Department’s Police Chaplains for their dedicated service to the men and women of the PPD, the City of Philadelphia, and the communities they serve.

Police Chaplains provide critical spiritual guidance, emotional support, and crisis response assistance to officers and their families, often working behind the scenes during some of the Department’s most challenging moments. This inaugural ceremony will formally recognize their unwavering commitment and impact.

Police Commissioner Kevin J. Bethel and Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5 President Roosevelt Poplar will present awards to each chaplain. Members of the Police Clergy, PPD Command Staff, and Department leadership will be in attendance. Following the ceremony, a luncheon will be held in their honor.

WHO:

Police Commissioner Kevin J. Bethel
PPD Executive Command Staff
PPD District Commanders
Members of the Philadelphia Police Department Police Clergy
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5 Leadership

WHAT:

First-ever Police Chaplains Recognition Ceremony & Luncheon

WHEN:

Tuesday, March 3, 2026
12:00 PM (Ceremony followed by luncheon)

WHERE:

Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #5
11630 Caroline Road
Philadelphia, PA 19154

Missing Juvenile – Trinity Cram

The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing juvenile Trinity Cram.

Trinity was last seen at her residence on the 2600 blick of Livingston St. on February 27, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m.

Trinity is 14 years old, approximately 5’3” tall, and weighs about 100 pounds. She has blue eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing black gap hoodie and black and white checkered PJ pants.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Trinity Cram is asked to contact East Detective Division at 215-686-3243 or call 911.

Overnight Incidents

The following information is preliminary and subject to change as the investigation continues. Updates will be provided as they become available.

The Philadelphia Police Department is currently investigating several overnight shooting incidents and a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred across the city.

On March 1, 2026, at approximately 1:51 a.m., officers from the 12th District responded to the area of 60th Street and Greenway Avenue for a report of a person with a gun. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the left thigh. The victim was transported to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition. At this time, no arrests have been made, and a motive has not been determined. The investigation is ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

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Shooting and Double Stabbing Investigation

At approximately 3:45 p.m., police responded to the 3100 block of Jasper Street in the 24th District for reports of a shooting and stabbing involving three adult males.

All three individuals were found on the highway with injuries. Police transported Victim #1, a 26-year-old male with a gunshot wound to the stomach, to Temple Hospital. Victim #2, a 22-year-old male, was also transported to Temple Hospital with stab wounds to his stomach. A third victim, a 21-year-old male, walked into Episcopal Hospital with a stab wound to his torso and was later transferred to Temple Hospital by a medic unit.

At this time, all three victims are reported to be in stable condition. There is currently no known motive, and no arrests have been made. The incident remains under active investigation by the Shooting Investigation Group.

This information is preliminary and subject to change, and updates will be provided as they become available.

YouTube : Remembering Charlie Kirk

WASHINGTON DC (Cleary’s Notebook News)(February 27, 2026)–Last month, Cabinet members of the Trump Administration posted an inspirational tribute to their friend on YouTube. Kirk was shot and killed on September 10, 2025. According to a Wikipedia article, Kirk was an American right-wing political activist. He was assassinated at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He was scheduled to speak at an outdoor campus debate organized by Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organization he co-founded and led. Kirk, age 31, was a close supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump and a highly influential figure in the MAGA movement.

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2026 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show: History Never Looked So Fresh

A staple in Philadelphia since 1829, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) Philadelphia Flower Show is the oldest and largest indoor horticultural event in the world, typically drawing tens of thousands of people each year.

Since its inception, the Flower Show has stood at the precipice of creativity and innovation (the poinsettia made its North American debut at the show!), attracting top florists, landscapers, designers and horticulturists from across the globe.

The 2026 theme — Rooted: Origins of American Gardening — takes flower enthusiasts on a journey through the history of American gardening, set to coincide with the year-long semiquincentennial celebration across the region and country in 2026.

While the 2025 theme (Gardens of Tomorrow) looked at the future and 2024 celebrated the present (United by Flowers), the 2026 show looks back at horticultural legacies and cultural practices that shaped our current gardening landscapes.

Beyond its large-scale landscapes, the ticketed event hosts a major juried competition in horticulture and floral arranging, as well as tons of gardening talks and demonstrations, hands-on activities for all ages, special events, a sprawling market and so much more.

This year, the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show runs from February 28 through March 8, 2026. Tickets can be purchased here.

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Black-Owned Businesses in Center City

Photo courtesy of Bower Cafe

This Black History Month, celebrate the diversity and richness of Center City by supporting our local Black-owned businesses. Below is a curated list of Black-owned establishments, ranging from coffee shops to clothing stores to all-natural skincare services. There’s something for everyone!

Bower Cafe | With a focus on good vibes and simplicity of service, Bower Cafe is not just a cafe but also features outdoor seating and the “Bower Booth,” a podcast station and DJ booth available to rent. | 1213 Walnut St.

Common Ground | Common Ground is a consignment shop located in Center City offering many different styles of collectible shoes, apparel, and accessories. | 134 S. 11th St.

Dviniti Skin Care | Known as Philly’s ‘Mad Scientist Gone Good,’ Marquita Robinson Garcia, a cosmetic chemist turned entrepreneur, has a mission to bring personalized, sustainable skincare to the mainstream. | 1500 Locust St., Ste. 3801

Farina Pasta | While traveling in Italy, Farina founder and Drexel culinary grad Dan Lee discovered that freshly made pasta was available anytime – not just for special occasions. His business brings that ethos and high quality to Center City. | 132 S. 17th St.