Snowmelt is flushing road salt into Philadelphia’s rivers; the Water Department is testing and residents on low‑sodium diets should be cautious.

Carter's Cheesesteaks opened in Chinatown this week; the owner says it's the neighborhood's first Black-owned business and has turned the building into a food‑court hub. The menu includes lobster- and shrimp‑topped cheesesteaks.

Koselig Nook, a reservation-only teahouse, is moving from Coatesville to Exton and plans to open later this month with daytime study sessions and evening tea events.

Aronimink has closed play for members while crews install broadcast compounds and hospitality for the 2026 PGA Championship, a move that has drawn both praise and pushback. The private club says the course will reopen only after the May major concludes.

A man in his 30s died after a high-speed crash on Frankford Avenue in Torresdale early Friday; investigators combed wreckage and police are seeking tips.

A TikTok romance con cost a family roughly $18,000; experts and the FBI warn similar scams spike around Valentine’s Day. Practical red flags and reporting steps inside.

The Franklin Institute premieres a world‑premiere Universal Theme Parks exhibit this Saturday — an 18,000‑sq‑ft, hands‑on show with ride vehicles, props and interactive tech.

Philadelphia expects a chilly day with highs of 35°F and clear skies, but wind chill at 17°F. A slight warm-up is forecasted for the weekend, with a chance of snow on Sunday and temperatures near 50°F expected by next Tuesday.

The 11‑story tower that houses Cencora’s Conshohocken headquarters is being marketed by JLL as a fully leased, investment‑grade trophy asset. The listing pitches roughly 429,000 square feet to institutional buyers.

Shiroi Hana, a Rittenhouse staple since 1984, closed in January after 41 years. Owners Robert and Patti Moon have listed the building for sale as they step back.

Philadelphia has begun the 2026 tax season, offering expanded support for residents and businesses to file returns, including direct deposit for quicker refunds, free tax assistance, and extended customer service hours.

A Coatesville man, Michael Phillips, is in custody for allegedly stabbing his 3-month-old son and leaving him in the snow; the baby is in critical condition. Phillips faces multiple charges, and the community is in shock.

Jean‑Georges and the spa atop the Four Seasons at Comcast Center earned Forbes Travel Guide five‑star designations in the 2026 Star Awards, boosting Philly's luxury profile.