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Debate night is here; Open Street event; Hockey brothers mourned

ADMIN 09/11/2024

Vice President Kamala Harris is here already. Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to fly into town around 6 p.m. So tonight, the two will square off in a presidential debate, their first meeting since President Joe Biden announced he would not seek re-election and Harris made a dramatic, unprecedented entrance in the race. Here’s where you can get debate updates all day and into the night, as well as updated information on getting around town — or, more accurately, NOT getting around town — especially the area around Independence Mall. ABC News anchors David Muir and Linsey Davis will moderate the debate, which can be seen and heard on WHYY-TV and WHYY-FM.

As if that wasn’t enough, Delaware is hosting important primary elections today as well.

Philly street artist Winston Tseng, whose work often places familiar brands outside their usual context for effect, confirmed in a statement that he had created the “Kamala Harris in an Eagles helmet” poster that was seen at SEPTA bus shelters around town last week, but denied knowledge of how they got there. Continue reading …

This fake sign at 34th and Market streets, seen here on captured on Sept. 2, 2024, was among the wave that appeared on bus shelters across town around Labor Day. (6ABC)

RECAP: What else happened?

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• Donald Trump insists “bad things happen in Philadelphia.” Here’s the real history. [Spotlight PA/Votebeat]

• Great weather and a rare opportunity to stroll car-free streets near Rittenhouse Square drew thousands of people to the neighborhood Sunday for the temporary return of Open Streets. [Billy Penn]

• Pennsylvania is one of 25 states that have enacted a personal finance literacy class requirement — starting in the 2026-27 school year, students will have to take it in order to graduate. [Inquirer$]

• What’s next for Philly’s Fashion District in Center City? Here’s what we know as Mayor Cherelle Parker invites anti-arena advocates to a town hall Wednesday. [WHYY’s PlanPhilly/PhillyVoice]

• Penn establishes an office to respond to antisemitism and Islamophobia complaints. [TheDP.com]

• Local hockey stars John and Matthew Gaudreau were remembered as loving brothers and husbands at a memorial service. [NBC10]

MAYOR WATCH

The mayor has no public appearances scheduled today.

ON THE CALENDAR

🎗️ Wednesday, Sept. 11: September 11 Commemoration Ceremony
The annual remembrance ceremony honoring victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks begins promptly at 9:59 am. with a processional at the Fireman’s Hall Museum and shortly after 10 a.m. in the Betsy Ross House courtyard. Free.

🪵 Wednesday, Sept. 11: Free-Range Carving Meetup
Grab your widdling tools and wood for an evening of carving, conversation, and camaraderie. Bring your own hand tools and supplies. Free with RSVP. (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.)

👟 Friday, Sept. 13: Students Run Philly Style Kickoff Party Join Students Run Philly Style to kick off Philadelphia Distance Run weekend with Philly centric food & drinks, a silent auction and more. $25 tickets. (6 to 8 p.m.)

🛍️ Saturday, Sept. 14: Market of the Macabre
Peruse amongst historic tombstones at Laurel Hill Cemetery for handmade items, assorted oddities and taxidermy, antiques, jewelry, spiritual goods, clothing, original artwork, and more. Featuring 80+ local and regional artists and vendors. $5 in advance; $10 at the door. (12 to 5 p.m.)