City Cast Philly
⚖️ Krasner hit with federal subpoena
July 17, 2026 · — Siani Colón
Good morning, Philly! Are you still having trouble getting around after last weekend’s microbursts? Uber is offering free rides now through July 29 for those hit the hardest.
As you ride around, exercise caution. Forecasts predicted that Canadian wildfire smoke was still moving this way, so your day may start with a haze. Some flights headed to Philly yesterday were delayed, and some outdoor events were canceled. Here are the city’s tips for keeping the air clean. Don’t have an air purifier? Here’s how to make your own.
What's CITY Talking About
Krasner Fires Back at Republicans After Subpoena
The House Judiciary Committee is ordering District Attorney Larry Krasner to hand over materials pertaining to his office’s handling of cases involving immigrants, claiming he’s not prosecuting them for crimes in order to protect them from deportation. [🔒The Inquirer]
- Related: At a rally in Washington, D.C. yesterday, Krasner called out Congressman Jim Jordan, the committee chair: “Why don’t you come out here?” [🔒The Inquirer]
Who Will Be Crowned the Best Parallel Parker in Philly?
Philly has been having fun this summer with its unique challenges, from a Benjamin Franklin look-alike contest to a hot dog concept competition. This new challenge is putting your driving skills to the test. The Philadelphia Parallel Parking Association (not associated with the PPA) is looking for the best parkers to compete this fall. As someone who still doesn’t have a license, I will be taking notes and silently judging you. [🎧 City Cast Philly]
Tell the City How To Fix Market East
MY Market East, a new engagement space, is serving as a hub collecting feedback from visitors on plans to revitalize the commercial corridor and source ideas from the community. It’s also exhibiting archival photos of iconic and influential businesses that once stood on the street, alongside new concepts. [Philadelphia Tribune]
Could Philadelphians One Day Swim in Our Rivers?
Through a collaboration between scientists, activists, and city leaders, Baltimore has made significant strides in cleaning its harbor. So much so that it meets Maryland’s standards for swimming on most dry days. The Schuylkill and Delaware Rivers have a reputation for being unsafe, but could Baltimore’s efforts teach us how to successfully clean our waterways? [Philadelphia Citizen]
Nighttime Traffic To Close on I-76
If you commute during late-night hours, heads up that a section of the Schuylkill Expressway’s westbound side will be closed with detours for four nights next week. The closure is related to continued rehabilitation of the Market Street Bridge, which will be closed to traffic from August all the way until October 2027. [Billy Penn]
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How Well Do You Know Philly?
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What To Do
Friday, July 17
- 😂 Improv Comedy at Sawubona Creativity Project (East Passyunk)
- 🎨 Design with Collage at Fleisher Art Memorial (Bella Vista)
- 🎬 "GOAT" Screening at The Lawn at UCity Square (University City)
- 🎷 Bert Harris South African Experience at Cedar Park (University City)
- 🎬 "Can We Kick It?" Screening at African American Museum in Philadelphia (Chinatown)
- 🍺 Tavern Tours at National Liberty Museum (Old City)
- 🏛️ Tour: Lenape Presence and Persistence at Philadelphia Museum of Art (Fairmount)
Saturday, July 18
- 💆 Healthy on the Block at Maplewood Mall (Germantown)
- 🎄 Under the El Bazaar: Christmas in July at 1700 Block N. Front St (Fishtown)
- 🕯️ Candle Making at Historic St. George's Museum (Old City)
- 🧵 Community Weaving Day at The Fabric Workshop and Museum (Center City)
- 🔔 Exploring Liberty Bell History at Cherry Street Pier (Old City)
- 🏛️ Parkside Tour beginning at 4255 Viola St (Parkside)
- 🧶 Craft Supply Swap at Stitch and Destroy (Queen Village)
- 🎷 Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival at Saunders Park (West Powelton)
Sunday, July 19
- 🧵 Embroidery Collage at Cherry Street Pier (Old City)
- 🎲 Backgammon Social at Butcher Bar (Rittenhouse)
- 🎨 Closing Reception at Da Vinci Art Alliance (Bella Vista)
- 🏎️ Spa-Francorchamps Watch Party at F1 Arcade Philadelphia (Center City)
- 🏛️ Underground Philadelphia Tour beginning at 30th Street Station (University City)
- ⚽ World Cup Final Watch Party at multiple locations (Northern Liberties)
- 🧘 Sunday Reset with Coach Shay at Institute of Contemporary Art (University City)
- 🍜 Flavors of FDR: Food Market Tasting Tour beginning at FDR Park Boathouse (South Philly)
- 🎤 Hoodwinked: Stand Up & Storytelling Open Mic at Sawubona Creativity Project (East Passyunk)
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Correction: Bredenbeck’s Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor was misspelled in yesterday’s newsletter. The article has since been updated.
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