Why Philadelphians keeps swimming in Devil’s Pool

🚨 First Kingsessing Victim Shot Two Days Before Others

One of the five people killed in last week’s mass shooting in Kingsessing was shot nearly two days before the fatal rampage, according to forensic evidence. Thirty-one-year-old Joseph Wamah Jr. died at 12:30 a.m on July 2, 44 hours before Kimbrady Carriker opened fire on 56th Street and Chester Avenue on July 3. Police said they responded to reports of gunfire on Wamah’s street but were dispatched to the wrong address. [PhillyVoice]

💰 Lessons for Philly's Basic Income Pilot

Cities across the country have been implementing basic income pilot programs, and Philly could take inspiration from them. Beginning next year, Philadelphia will experiment with using guaranteed income as a tool to reduce infant mortality. Philly Joy Bank, a pilot program announced in March, will provide $1,000 per month to 250 pregnant people for 18 months. Earlier this year, a similar program in Durham, North Carolina provided monthly payments to formerly incarcerated individuals. Advocates say that approach would also be beneficial in Philly. [Inquirer 🔒]

🤰🏾Related: Local maternal health experts explain how Philly Joy Bank will support expecting Philadelphians. [City Cast Philly 🎧]

🏫 K-8 School Changes Name to Honor Marian Anderson

A public school in Southwest Center City has changed its name to Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy, honoring the renowned opera singer and civil rights activist. Anderson, a South Philly native, became the first Black artist to perform on the Lincoln Memorial steps. Students at the school wanted to distance themselves from the school’s previous namesake, former president Chester A. Arthur, who backed one of the nation’s first anti-immigration laws. [Philadelphia Tribune]

💃🏽 Summer Fun in Philly’s Parks

Through September 8, you can catch free movie screenings at parks across the city. But there’s a lot more to do, see, and explore in Philly’s beautiful parks this summer. From salsa lessons to nighttime hikes, we’ve got some amazing recommendations for you. [City Cast Philly 🎧]

🌮 Boat Party | Wednesday | 8 p.m.

Hop aboard the Moshulu, a party boat docked on the Delaware River, for dancing, cocktails, and tacos. [$5, Penn’s Landing]

🎥 Movie Screening | Wednesday | 8 p.m.

Watch the 2002 soccer film “Bend it Like Beckham” at FringeArts. [free, Penn’s Landing]

🧁 A Cozy Evening | Thursday | 6:30 p.m.

Join Vault + Vine for sweet cupcakes and soulful poetry readings. [$20, East Falls]

🎉 Barnes on the Block | Sunday | 11 a.m.

Head to the Barnes Foundation for visual art displays, family-friendly events, live performances, food trucks, and a beer garden. [pay-as-you-go, Logan Square]

Devil’s Pool: Philly’s Forbidden Swimming Hole

It’s no secret Philly gets unbearably hot in the summer. So every year, people swim in Devil’s Pool in Wissahickon Valley Park, even though it’s technically against the rules. Host Trenae Nuri and Ben Seal, freelance reporter for Grid Philly, discuss why people can't stay away from this forbidden swimming spot.