Category: PHILADELPHIA

Long-Term Missing Person Jose Rivera-Hurtado from the 2nd District

The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating 38-year-old Jose Rivera-Hurtado, who has been reported missing by his sister. He was last seen by his mother at their home on the 1300 block of Friendship Street on March 29, 2025, around 10:00 p.m.

Jose is described as 5’8″ tall, weighing 180 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, gray sweatpants, a black fitted cap, and black “NIKE” sneakers. He may be in the Kensington section of the city.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Jose Rivera-Hurtado, please contact the Northeast Detective Division at 215-686-3153 or 215-686-3154.

For additional information and updates, visit https://www.phillypolice.com/news-blotter/missing-person-jose-rivera-hurtado-from-the-2nd-district/

Wanted: Suspect for Aggravated Assault in the 35th District

The PPD Northwest Detective Division is attempting to identify the individual responsible for this aggravated assault/threat with a gun.

On January 21, 2026 at 1:54pm at the Luke Oil gas station, located at 4421 N. Broad St, a black male offender pointed a gun at the employee after a verbal dispute. The complainant reported to police the offender came into his store and got into a verbal dispute with another customer and with store employees. The offender stated he was going to come back with a gun. The offender did leave and came back 15 minutes later but the customer was gone. The offender then came back into the gas station and pointed a gun and threatened the complainant. The offender left and walked east bound on Wingohocking.

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Philadelphia CBP Officers Bag $2.4 Million Weed Shipment Destined to the UK

PHILADELPHIA – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted a load of nearly 500 pounds of marijuana near Philadelphia on Jan. 6 that was being shipped from the state of Georgia to the United Kingdom.

During routine export inspections, CBP officers examined a shipping container consisting of 80 boxes manifested as clothing. The clothing was shipped from Decatur, Georgia, to an address in Oxford, England.

Officers opened a box and discovered marijuana in a vacuum-sealed bag. Officers then examined all 80 boxes and discovered that seven of the 80 boxes contained vacuum-sealed bags of marijuana.

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Winter Fun at the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin

The Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin is the perfect place to relax between skating sessions and shopping trips, offering a full menu of seasonal dishes in a warm and cozy atmosphere. At the bar, adults 21 and older can toast to good cheer with cocktails made with Basil Hayden® bourbon as well as beer, wine and ready-to-drink -196 Vodka Seltzer canned cocktails. Outside on the terrace, toasty fire pits are available to enjoy at no charge. See below for upcoming events and happenings in the cabin.

Wine Tasting & Food Pairing| January 22 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Whiskey & Bourbon Tasting | February 7 | 1–5 p.m.

The Big Game Celebration | February 1–8

Valentine’s Day Cocktail Class | February 13 | 6-8 p.m.

Lunar New Year Celebration Presented by Temple University | February 16-21

Happy Hour | Monday–Thursday | 5–7 p.m.

Trivia Night | Thursdays | 5:30–6:30 p.m.

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Manayunk Presents Philly’s Largest Outdoor Ice Festival, Chowder Crawl, Winter Market

Manayunk, Philadelphia, PA – Bundle up and head on over to Manayunk for a frosty, fun-filled day at the Founders Philly Freeze-Out and MNYK Chowder Crawl on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Founders Brewing Company and Manayunk Development Corporation are teaming up to transform Main Street into a winter wonderland with 22+ ice sculptures and six live carving demonstrations by and Ice Sculpture Philly. Festivities also include Founders beer specials, a winter market, a kid’s moonbounce, a snowy igloo, a mobile gaming truck, food trucks, a chowder crawl, shopping deals and other cool surprises.

The day starts with the Freeze Out Run by Philadelphia Runner and New Balance at 9:00am, followed by the Freeze Out main event from 11:00am to 4:00pm, followed by the 2026 MNYK Chowder Crawl from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Founders Philly Freeze Out is an open-street event, with activations located along Main Street, at Canal View Park and at the RichardsApex parking lot. Closed streets for this event will include Grape and Cotton streets. Founders Freeze Out is no charge to attend. MNYK Chowder Crawl tickets start at $18. Freeze Out Run is no charge to participate but advance registration is required. All other food, drink and shopping are pay-as-you-go. For event info, race registration and chowder crawl tickets, visit manayunk.com/events/ and follow @manayunkdotcom

“Founders Philly Freeze-Out is the perfect winter day filled with a combination of fun and community,” said Manayunk Development Corporation Events Manager Carla Ferro. “Peter Slavin and his incredible team do an incredible job of working with the business owners to bring Manayunk to life on ice!”  

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Fatal Accident Involving SEPTA Train and a Pedestrian

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

On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a fatal accident occurred involving a SEPTA train and a pedestrian at 4200 North Broad Street on the Broad Street Line (Orange Line) at the Hunting Park Station. Preliminary investigation indicates that the pedestrian exited the train as it arrived at the station. As the train began moving southbound to continue along the tracks, the individual stepped backward, fell into the space between the train and the platform, and was subsequently struck and run over by the train. Philadelphia Fire Department personnel responded to the scene and pronounced the male pedestrian deceased at approximately 2:03 a.m. 

The decedent was later identified as 41-year-old Terrell Burton of the 1600 block of West Allegheny Avenue.

The investigation is ongoing with the Crash Investigation Division.

In a separate incident, on January 20, 2026, at approximately 9:15 p.m., officers from the 12th District responded to a radio call reporting a shooting at the 5500 block of Chester Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a crime scene both inside and in front of the Chester Convenience Store. Shortly thereafter, a 17-year-old male victim arrived at Penn-Presbyterian Medical Center via private vehicle, suffering from two gunshot wounds to his right arm. He was listed in stable condition. 

At this time, no motive has been determined, and no arrests have been made. 

The Shooting Investigation Group is continuing to investigate this incident.

Philly Highways Get a Green Makeover

Concept photo of Philadelphia’s “Gateway to the City” project along Schuylkill East Bound near 30th Street. / Photo: Courtesy of City of Philadelphia

The Office of Clean and Green Initiatives, in partnership with Mural Arts Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, announced the “Gateways to Philadelphia” Anti-Graffiti & Highway Beautification project.

The endeavor focuses on highway beautification and landscaping improvements for major entryways and interchanges spanning from Philadelphia International Airport and 30th Street Station to Independence Hall. It blends graffiti removal, gardening updates, and mural art to enhance our key roads.

Noteworthy Mention: A forthcoming semiquincentennial-themed mural on I-76 at Spring Garden Street will nod to Philadelphia’s pivotal role in U.S. history.

Why It Matters: This initiative helps shape visitors’ first impression of Philadelphia upon their arrival.

Five Things To Know For Monday

 

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U.S. planning major military base upgrade in Greenland amid diplomatic crisis, officials say U.S. troops on standby for possible deployment to Minnesota, and military strike takes out another ISIS leader.

1.      Major airfield upgrades are in the works for the U.S. military’s base in Greenland even as a diplomatic crisis between the United States and NATO allies in Europe ratchets up over President Donald Trump’s push to take control of the territory. The plan calls for spending up to $25 million for a new runway lighting system, river crossing bridge and related projects to improve flight operations at Pituffik Space Base, the military’s Arctic hub, according to a new government solicitation for bids. The territory has emerged as a geopolitical flashpoint. On Saturday, Trump upped the ante in his push to acquire Greenland, saying he will impose new tariffs on several European countries in lieu of a deal for the United States to take possession of the semi-autonomous Danish territory. 

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Philadelphia Zoo Announces New Exclusive Key to the Zoo Behind Scenes Tours

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia Zoo announces a new 2026 Key to the Zoo Behind-the-Scenes Tour with dates and expanded times this January and February. After the first Key to the Zoo tours last year, the sold-out program is back with new dates, new experiences, expanded hours and expanded dates. This never-done-before tour invites guests on the most exclusive tour ever offered by America’s first Zoo. Guests will spend three hours with a member of the Zoo’s Conservation Education team visiting several behind-the-scenes areas that are not typically available to the public.

Each tour will be unique, but will include at least four experiences where you will get up and close and personal with the animals and get to learn about their individual personalities from the keepers who care for them. Each tour also includes a visit to the Solitude, a one-of-a-kind gift from the animals, complimentary parking, and regular Zoo admission for the day of the tour.

On select dates, the tour will include a meet-and-greet with a few of our world-famous baby Galapagos tortoises. Please be sure to select those dates if you would like to meet them! Please note that this experience is not handicap accessible and is for ages 5+. Waivers must be completed onsite to participate. Dates include January 18 and 24, and February 1, 7, 15 and 21, with morning and afternoon sessions available this year. For tour tickets, visit philadelphiazoo.org/events/key-to-the-zoo-behind-the-scenes-tours/ For more information, please contact education at phillyzoo.org.

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Subaru Park to Host PLL’s Philadelphia Waterdogs Homecoming, Inaugural WLL Championship

The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and Women’s Lacrosse League (WLL) today announced both leagues will compete at Subaru Park and host the inaugural WLL Championship, and PLL homecoming weekend for the hometown Philadelphia Waterdogs Aug. 14-16, 2026.

The PLL returns to Subaru Park for its tour-based regular season, where the Philadelphia Waterdogs will host a homecoming double-header in Week 12 of PLL action. The Waterdogs will begin their 2026 season May 9 and 10 at PLL Opening Weekend at Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman, Utah.

The Women’s Lacrosse League will take the field at Subaru Park for the inaugural WLL Championship to culminate its inaugural regular season, where the league’s original teams will compete in the 10-versus-10 format, successfully debuted at the 2025 WLL All-Star Game.

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