🚴🏽‍♂️ Is Philly really a bike-friendly city?

💰 UPS Paid $9 Million in Philly Parking Fines

The United Parcel Service (UPS) paid $9 million in Center City parking violation fines over the last five years, according to an Action News investigation of Philly's top parking offenders. From 2018 through March 2023, UPS racked up more than 131,000 tickets, the majority of them for traffic jam-related violations. A UPS spokesperson told reporters that making deliveries in cities is challenging due to limited commercial vehicle parking. [6ABC]

🫁 PA Under Another Air Quality Alert

Pennsylvania is under another code orange air quality alert. It’s expected to last through at least Tuesday night. Twenty-two other states, including New Jersey, New York, and Georgia, are experiencing air quality advisories as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to drift across the East Coast. Young children, the elderly, and those with respiratory issues are advised to limit their time outdoors. [Inquirer 🔒]

🐪 Camel Sighting in Northern Liberties

Sometimes a normal Monday morning in Philly involves spotting a camel on the street, snacking on baguettes. Social media users captured the odd sighting on 2nd and Fairmount Avenue around 11:30 a.m. It was later found out that the camel, who’s name is Pearl, was there for a children’s boutique photoshoot. [PhillyVoice]

🏊🏽‍♀️ Why Philadelphians Keep Swimming in Devil’s Pool

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. Plus, there are ongoing concerns over trash, cleanliness, and safety. Freelance reporter Ben Seal explains why people can't stay away from this forbidden swimming spot. [City Cast Philly 🎧]

🎉 Night Market | Thursday | 6 p.m.

Head to Cottman and Frankford Avenue for food and drink vendors, live music, and a children’s bounce house. [pay-as-you-go, Mayfair]

🪄 Comedy & Magic | Friday | 3 p.m.

Join award-winning magician Robert Malissa at the Bourse Building on a walking tour of historic locations, featuring comedy and mind-bending tricks. [$30, Old City]

🤣 Improv | Saturday | 7 p.m.

Head to Philly Improv Theater for an unpredictably hilarious show. [$5-$20, Center City]

🎄 Drag Brunch | Sunday | 11:30 a.m.

Celebrate Christmas in July at Fat Lady Brewing with a holiday-themed drag and burlesque show. [$25, Manayunk]

Is Philly Really Bike Friendly?

Philly was recently named the fourth Best Place to Bike in America. But is Philly actually bike-friendly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stuart Leon and Zach Leon, bicycle crash and safe street lawyers in Philadelphia about how cyclists can stay safe in Philly streets.