🔍 Archaeology project highlights lost neighborhood

The city’s Department of Public Health is warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport. This new case is the second such announcement in a week, following reports of a separate measles exposure at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Here’s what we know so far:

• Did You Fly Out of PHL Recently? Travelers who were at Philadelphia International Airport between 7:25 p.m. on Sept. 13 and 12:05 a.m. on Sept. 14 may have been exposed to measles. The exposure took place in terminals B, F, and in areas connecting to terminals C, D, and E.
• Infants Potentially Exposed. Just last week, CHOP reported a separate possible measles exposure in the hospital’s atrium, cafeteria, and neonatal intensive care unit on Sept. 11.
• What’s Philly’s Status? As of now, no Philadelphia residents have reported measles cases, but several surrounding counties have. Pennsylvania has nearly 800 confirmed cases.
• Tensions Between State and Feds Rise. The feud between Gov. Josh Shapiro and U.S. Health Sec. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. is reaching a boiling point as the two officials attacked each other online over the response to the outbreak. Pennsylvania’s measles death count has now risen to four, but the Centers for Disease Control have yet to include the deaths on the national measles dashboard.
• If You've Been Exposed: Check your vaccination status, take precautions if you’re not immune, and watch for early symptoms, including fever, runny nose, a cough, and red, watery eyes, followed by a rash.
• Protect Yourself. You can receive a free measles vaccine at the city’s Health Centers. If you’re unsure of your vaccination status, here’s how to access your immunization records.

🎧 Learn more about Pennsylvania’s outbreak and Philadelphia’s response on today’s episode of City Cast Philly.

‘Go Birds’ Also Includes Love Birds

If you’re headed to an Eagles game next month, you might also consider tying the knot. Garage Beer and Steven Singer are teaming up to throw a couple an all-inclusive wedding and reception at the Eagles-Cowboys tailgate in October. [🔒 Philly Mag]

Philly’s Most Underrated Sandwich?

Philly loves its cheesesteaks and hoagies, but there’s another contender for the best Philly sandwich. Tommy DiNic’s chef Joe Nicolosi took viewers behind the scenes to share what goes into making a roast pork sandwich. [📝 City Cast Philly, Bon Appétit]

Crematorium Possibly Linked to Missing Persons Investigation

Philadelphia police are examining late pornographer Raymond Horsch’s connection to a defunct Kensington crematorium, as the investigation into at least seven missing women linked to Horsch’s Olney home continues. Horsch’s 2014 art exhibit included a video of a woman's body being loaded into an incinerator, allegedly at Garzone Funeral Home, now closed for illegally selling body parts. [🔒 The Inquirer, 🎧 City Cast Philly]

Uncovering a Lost Philly Neighborhood

Penn archaeology students are working with West Philly neighbors to link recently discovered artifacts to their memories of living in the former Black Bottom neighborhood. Residents of the historic Black neighborhood were displaced when it was demolished in the 1960s and later replaced with University City. [CBS Philly]

• Related: A committee wants to get a historical marker for the Black Bottom. Here’s how to apply for one. [📝 City Cast Philly]

The State of Young Philly’s Drinking Scene

Whether younger generations are drinking less depends on who’s asking. Gen Z Philadelphians and bar owners alike are pointing to possible reasons behind the supposed trend, from social media to cost to other preferred ways to socialize with friends. [Billy Penn]

• Related: Skip happy hour and try these alcohol-free activities after work. [🎧 City Cast Philly]