On July 14, 2026 at approximately 12:30 PM, the suspect was captured on surveillance video entering the Giant Supermarket located at 1001 S. Broad Street. The suspect proceeded to the Health & Beauty aisle, where he took a bottle of body wash from the shelf and placed it into his backpack. Security confronted the suspect at the front door after passing all points of purchase. The suspect then placed his hand into his backpack, insinuated that he had a firearm and exited the store without paying for the item.
Philadelphia’s largest neighborhood summer festival is back and bigger than ever! The Northern Liberties Arts & Commerce Alliance announces the 16th Annual 2nd Street Festival on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 12:00pm Noon to 10:00pm. Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with 250+ restaurants, food trucks, beer gardens, family fun, live music, artists, pop-up shops and entertainment. Street food and summertime sips will be available from a giant list of 50+ restaurants, bars, breweries and food trucks, including 10 outdoor beer and cocktail gardens. Get ready to dance (and rock) in the street with live music and DJs on two main stages. Enjoy 14 blocks of non-stop activities along N. 2nd and connecting side streets, from Spring Garden all the way to Girard. Look for food, drink and retail specials at merchants along the famed commercial corridor. The event is no charge and open to the public. 2nd Street Festival is family friendly, and four-legged friends that are well-behaved and on leashes are also welcome. For more information, visit 2ndstfestival.org and follow @2ndstfestival. Thank you to City of Philadelphia (Philadelphia Neighborhood Celebration Grant), Beam Suntory, Red Bull, La Colombe, Xfinity and NRG for supporting this year’s event.
“2nd Street Festival is back and bigger than ever in Northern Liberties,” said Standard Tap owner and festival co-founder William Reed. “It is the true grand finale for a historic summer in our city with a non-stop, ten-hour celebration of local food, beer, art and music. We have been working for months and months to bring back this beloved event and we can’t wait to see everyone back on N. 2nd Street this summer! Look for a special 250th nod this year – and lots of fun surprises.”
On Tuesday, July 28, at 6:00 p.m., Congressman Ro Khanna will deliver an address marking America’s 250th anniversary and outlining the policies that will shape the country’s future. Born in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, during the nation’s Bicentennial, Rep. Khanna will return to his home state to share his vision for America’s next 250 years.
Philadelphia Police officers from the 12th District responded to the 1000 block of South Ithan Street on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at approximately 10:15 p.m. following reports of a person with a gun. Upon arrival, officers located 43-year-old MD Mahfuzul Haque of 77XX Fayette Street, who was suffering from a gunshot wound to the back of the head. Police transported Mr. Haque to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased at 9:28pm.
The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred this morning in the city’s 25th District.
At approximately 9:29 a.m., officers responded to reports of gunfire on the highway along the 2800 block of North Reese Street. Upon arrival, police located an adult male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Responding officers immediately transported the victim to Temple University Hospital, where he was listed in stable condition.
Officers secured the scene, recovered a firearm, and has a suspect into custody. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation with the Shooting Investigation Group.
Please note that the information provided above is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be shared as new details become available.
The Philadelphia Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect in this video:
On July 4,2026 at approximately 5:15am two males became involved in an argument while playing the “skill machines” inside the location. During the dispute, one male produced a black handgun and fired at the victim missing him. The offender fled the scene in a GMC SUV before police arrived.
See it there. Hear it here! Get closer to the Liberty Bell story with a hands-on Philadelphia experience you can actually touch, photograph, and ring!
Looking for a memorable Liberty Bell photo opportunity in Philadelphia? At the National Liberty Museum, visitors can take part in a hands-on bell-ringing experience featuring a full-size foundry-cast replica connected to the history of one of America’s most iconic symbols of liberty.
The Philadelphia Police Department’s Crash Investigation Division is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating the female depicted in the above photo. Investigators believe she may possess vital information that could assist in the ongoing investigation of a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Reservoir Drive on June 24, 2026, at approximately 11:05 p.m. Anyone with information regarding the identity of this individual, or who has any additional details concerning the incident, is urged to contact the Crash Investigation Division immediately at 215-685-3180.
This South Philly stroll down The Avenue — inspired by the Roman tradition of slowly walking the streets before dinner — delivers la dolce vita every Thursday evening starting at 5 p.m. for the rest of the summer.
Passyunk Passeggiata offers food and drink specials (most under $10) at participating restaurants, including Le Virtu, Stogie Joe’s Tavern and Pistola’s Del Sur, along with extended hours for specialty shops like Red Gravy Goods, A Novel Idea and August Moon Boutique. Live jazz music sets the soundtrack for the stroll, with beer sponsor Peroni selling cold Italian pilsners.
Vibe:Roman Holiday gets rebooted on East Passyunk Avenue, with the Joey Giardello statue replacing the Mouth of Truth.
The Classic Experience at Famous 4th Street Delicatessen — Photo by S. Reis
July 24 – August 9, 2026 (excluding Saturdays)
Deals on deals on deals! Queen Village Restaurant Week returns to celebrate the bumping South Philly neighborhood’s many diverse dining destinations with delicious meal deals on prix fixe-style menus. (Huzzah!)
Feast on $25-or-less lunch specials and $40 to $60 dinner deals at one of the neighborhood’s favorite restaurants and bars, like Famous 4th Street Delicatessen, Puyero Venezuelan Flavor and Mahalo Hawaiian BBQ. Check out the full list of over 20 participating eateries on the official website.
