Phillies, NEST to Host Skilled Trades All-Star Program for Students June 9

The Philadelphia Phillies and NEST, the pioneer of integrated facilities management, will partner to host the Skilled Trades All-Star Program, an immersive, hands-on experience designed to introduce Philadelphia students to career opportunities in the skilled trades. This year, the program will also offer a behind-the-scenes look at preparations for major events such as 2026 MLB All-Star Week, concerts, and more.

Taking place on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park, the program will welcome students from Philadelphia’s Liguori Academy. The event will give students insight into the planning, coordination, and skilled labor required to prepare the ballpark for Phillies games and other big events.

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Fatal Pedestrian Crash

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Crash Investigation Division is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred early this morning in the city’s 35th District.

At approximately 6:55 AM, a female pedestrian was struck by a white Sprinter van near the intersection of North 5th Street and Chelten Avenue. The victim was transported by medical personnel to Einstein Medical Center, where she was pronounced deceased at 7:45 AM.

The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash remains ongoing. The information provided is preliminary and subject to change. Updates will be released as they become available.

Homicide Victim Identified

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating the death of 53-year-old Vincent Good after his remains were discovered inside a suitcase and industrial trash bags in a Kensington alleyway last week.

On Friday, May 22, 2026, at approximately 9:25 a.m., 25th District officers responded to a report of a hospital case at 6XX E. Hilton Street, where a witness searching for scrap material reported finding a human upper torso inside a discarded suitcase. A subsequent police investigation uncovered additional human remains in an early stage of decomposition inside two large trash bags, and responding medical personnel pronounced the victim deceased at 9:28 a.m. The Office of the Medical Examiner has since identified the victim as Good, a resident of the 5700 block of Leonard Street, and ruled his death a homicide caused by multiple gunshot wounds. No motive has been established, and no arrests have been made at this time.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334. Updates will be shared as they become available.

Philadelphia Police Report the Following Incidents

The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating a double shooting that occurred early March 25 in West Philadelphia, which appears to involve an exchange of gunfire between the two victims.

At approximately 12:07 a.m., 18th District officers responded to a report of a person with a gun and a shooting on the 6000 block of Sansom Street. Upon arrival, officers located a 22-year-old male suffering from a single gunshot wound to the abdomen. Police immediately transported the victim to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center. During the transport, the victim stated that three unidentified males had exited a dark-colored SUV, possibly a Ford, and opened fire on him, noting that two of the suspects were armed with handguns and the third with a rifle. The victim further informed officers that he utilized his legally owned firearm to shoot back at his attackers. Police have since recovered the victim’s weapon.

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Philadelphia Police Officer-Involved Shooting

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, at approximately 10:22 AM, Sergeant #1 was in full uniform operating a marked police vehicle in the area of Kensington Ave and Hart Lane.

The preliminary investigation indicates that Sergeant #1, who was assigned as the street supervisor for the Kensington Police District, was flagged down by an individual who pointed out a male that he had been involved in a disturbance with and indicated that the male (defendant) was armed with a firearm. Sergeant #1 approached the defendant regarding the disturbance. During the encounter, a physical altercation briefly occurred between the defendant and the complainant before the defendant fled on foot southbound on Kensington Avenue. Sergeant #1 pursued the defendant on foot into the rear area of a property on the 2800 block of Kensington Avenue.

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Suspicious Death Investigation

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

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a suspicious death after a man’s body was discovered inside a suitcase on Friday morning.

At approximately 9:25 AM, officers from the 25th District responded to a call on the 600 block of East Hilton Street. Upon arrival, police located an adult male inside a suitcase. Emergency medical personnel arrived shortly after and pronounced the male deceased at 9:27 AM.

At this time, a motive has not been established, and the cause of death remains undetermined. The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Philadelphia Police Department Homicide Unit at 215-686-3334 or leave an anonymous tip at 215-686-TIPS.

Shooting Investigation

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Group is currently investigating the shooting of a 19-year-old male that occurred early Thursday evening in the city’s 12th District.

At approximately 5:21 p.m., responding officers located the teenage victim suffering from a gunshot wound on the highway along the 70xx block of Greenway Avenue. Police immediately transported the victim to Penn-Presbyterian Medical Center, where he is currently listed in stable condition. At this time, investigators have not established a motive, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active and ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact SIG at 215-686-8270 or leave an anonymous tip at 215-686-TIPS (8477).

Philadelphia Police Overnight Incidents

The Philadelphia Police Department is actively investigating three separate incidents that occurred across the city over the last 24 hours, leaving one man dead and two others injured.

The first incident took place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at approximately 10:38 PM, when 26th District officers responded to a domestic stabbing on the 2000 block of North 6th Street; a 42-year-old male victim reported that a verbal dispute over a charger escalated until his 16-year-old son stabbed him in the arm. The father was transported by police to Temple University Hospital in stable condition, and the juvenile suspect was taken into custody by the East Detective Division, with formal charges pending.

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Chickie’s and Pete’s Pays Memorial Day Friday Tolls on the AC Expressway

Chickie’s & Pete’s, home of world famous Crabfries®, teams up once again with the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) and the Atlantic City Expressway to kick-off the summer by paying travelers tolls Memorial Day Weekend. Chickie’s and Pete’s will be paying tolls for all drivers at the Eastbound Egg Harbor, New Jersey Toll Plaza Exit on F ree Toll Friday, May 22, 2026 from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Earlier that afternoon, Chickie’s and Pete’s countdown with family fun from 10:00am to 3:00pm at Farley Service Plaza on the Atlantic City Expressway (Milepost 21.3) – including complimentary orders of their world famous Crabfries®. There will also be an outdoor car show and 100 Days of Summer celebration with 70+ organizations, vendors, artists and exhibitors, including The Funny Farm rescue sanctuary, New Jersey State Police K9 dog team, Atlantic City International Airport Fire and Rescue Equipment, and more.

“F ree Toll Friday is one of my favorite summertime traditions,” said Chickie’s & Pete’s Chairman and CEO Pete Ciarrocchi. “We’re excited to be back at Farley Plaza hosting one of our favorite annual events this year. We love to send everyone off to the shore in good spirits before a big holiday weekend!”

“F ree Toll Friday will see more than complimentary tolls, food and entertainment. It also marks the kick-off of Chickie’s & Pete’s Annual ‘Summer of Shellfish.’ The Summer of Shellfish is a special menu all summer long at participating Chickie’s & Pete’s locations.”

“We’re excited to kick off our annual 100 Days of Summer celebration and welcome travelers passing through Hammonton on their way to their favorite Jersey Shore destination,” said SJTA Executive Director Stephen F. Dougherty. “This year’s festivities offer something for everyone, whether you’re enjoying our diverse food truck lineup, checking out classic cars, browsing unique handmade goods, or letting the kids enjoy the petting zoo. It’s a great way to enhance your summer travel experience.”

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Suspect Arrested in April 7th Homicide of Imani Ringgold

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the Homicide Fugitive Squad successfully apprehended 21-year-old Zaire Manning on the 6300 block of Greene Street. The arrest was executed with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force. Manning faces charges for the murder of 20-year-old Imani Ringgold and the wounding of two other victims who survived the gunfire.

The Philadelphia Police Department is maintaining its active public appeal to locate the remaining individuals connected to the deadly Tuesday evening shooting. Investigators are still searching for 26-year-old Mustafa King, who remains at large and is wanted for homicide.