Danny & Coop’s, the cheesesteak marriage between actor and Philly native Bradley Cooper and Danny DiDiampietro of Angelo’s in South Philly, opened in New York with long lines and lots of hype. We sent intern Leo Miranda, a New Yorker, to check it out. His report: Continue reading …
Arts Battle Philadelphia’s latest live painting competition brought together a mix of emerging and established artists for a race against the clock — and each other — to transform blank canvases into stunning works of art in just 20 minutes.
The competition for audience votes created a fast-paced, high-energy and fun atmosphere at SPIN Philadelphia. Continue reading …
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Emails between Pa. lawmakers and lobbyists will remain hidden from the public after a court ruling. [Spotlight PA]
• Prospect will begin closing Crozer Health if Pa. does not provide $9 million. [WHYY]
• Visit Philadelphia is asking for your help in compiling a list of Philly Firsts to celebrate in 2026. [WHYY}
• The Mütter Museum’s CEO discusses the departure of controversial director, Kate Quinn, and the two science historians who will take on her duties. [WHYY]
• SEPTA is reviewing video of a bus that failed to stop after crash, pushing a vehicle down a road in Northeast Philly and injuring seven people. [PhillyVoice]
• Addiction in Kensington, misinformation, and immigration were among the topics highlighted in Philly students’ winning documentaries at this year’s C-Span documentary festival. [Billy Penn]
• How does arts and arts education affect children, families and communities? 70+ local experts discussed the positive impact, student advancement, and how to improve access. [WHYY]
Weekly brief on gun violence prevention (with PCGVR)
We publish this report each week in partnership with the Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting.
By the numbers in Philadelphia
- 16: Shooting victims recorded from March 30 through April 5, including 2 fatalities, according to city data. During the previous week, 15 shooting victims were recorded, including 3 fatalities. [Source: nickhand.dev]
- 55: Year-to-date homicides, down 26% vs. last year’s pace; down 44% vs. five years ago [Philly Police]
Philly DA Race
Candidate appearances:
MAYOR WATCH
The mayor has no public events scheduled for Tuesday.
ON THE CALENDAR
🎭 College theater productions this spring
🎞️ WHYY/Indie Lens Pop-Up Community Screenings – April 6-12
Thursday, April 10: 2nd Thursday Open Craft Night!
A fun night of casual crafting & connecting at the Resource Exchange in Fishtown. Bring a sketchbook, some magazines & glue, crochet supplies, work in progress – whatever inspires you or needs feedback. Supplies also available. Free. (5 to 8 p.m.)
Thursday, April 10: Group run to Parks on Tap
Celebrate the return of Parks on Tap with a 3 mile run to the Azalea Garden with Philadelphia Runner and the Fairmount Park Conservancy. Don’t forget to bring your ID. (6 p.m.)
Friday, April 11: SEAsian Pop Up Shop
Celebrate Southeast Asian art and community through unique handmade goods, cultural crafts, vintage clothes and one-of-a-kind finds from local Asian American creatives. At the Bok Building, #316. (6 to 10 p.m.)
Friday, April 11 through December 28: Exhibition Opening – “Philadelphia, The Revolutionary City”
This exhibition investigates the lived experiences of Philadelphians during the extraordinary period leading up to, during, and after the Revolutionary War. Hosted by the American Philosophical Society. (5:30 to 7:30 p.m. opening)
Saturday, April 12: Roll Into Spring Market
This inaugural art/vendor market is for 30-plus disabled vendors to showcase their work. Hosted at the Disability Pride Center in Old City. Pay-what-you-wish donations accepted to Disability Pride PA. Masking is required. (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Saturday, April 12: printPHILLY! 2025
The Parkway Central library branch hosts this third annual celebration of the printed art form, from zines and printmaking to publishing and libraries. (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Saturday, April 12: 50th Street Block Party
Welcome to the community garden at 1226 S 50th Street for the community’s first block party fundraiser, featuring live music, food, drinks, raffle, games, and neighborhood fun. All funds raised directly support the building of the garden. (12 to 7 p.m.)
Saturday, April 12: Rex Manning Day Block Party
Celebrating 30 years of Empire Records at this party at South Street Art Mart with free live music, vendors, and food from the likes of MilkBoy and Puyero Venezuelan. (12 to 7 p.m.)
Catch up on the previous week
Public health workers at risk; Latino Restaurant Week; Intensifying rain | Morning roundup
‘Hands Off’ protest; SEPTA bus lane ticketing; Measles in Pa. | Morning roundup
PATCO Franklin Square reactions; NTSB I-95 collapse report; Summer youth jobs open | Morning roundup
Free Library job resources; PATCO Franklin Square reopens; East Mt. Airy safety concerns | Morning roundup
Pa. joins HHS lawsuit; Philly Photo Day; Weekly gun violence brief | Morning roundup
Vision Zero talks; Philly Theatre Week; ‘Historic’ Aramark contract | Morning roundup
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