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Renderings have been released for the proposed arena for the 76ers, Flyers, and Philly’s future WNBA team on the former Spectrum site in South Philly. David Adelman, the 76ers' part-owner and chairman of the development company behind the arena, took to X to declare that this marks “a major day for the city of Philadelphia.” [@david_adelman on X]

• What to expect: The arena’s Spectrum-inspired design includes outdoor space, fan plazas, and a staircase resembling the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps. The renderings only show exterior visuals, but Comcast (a partner on the project) said the arena is expected to be among the country’s most tech-advanced and experience-driven venues. [PhillyVoice]
• Timeline: The arena is projected to open by 2030 in time for the inaugural season of Philly’s future WNBA team. [ESPN]
• Economic impact: Developers promise the privately funded project will create about 15,000 jobs, nearly $6 billion in economic activity over its first decade, and millions in tax revenue for the city and school district. [ESPN]
• This was a backup plan: The Sixers’ original plan was to build a new arena on Market Street. That proposal was approved by City Council in 2024 the face of stiff opposition by stakeholders in neighboring Chinatown. But a few weeks later the deal was suddenly scrapped after Comcast and the Sixers partnered on this new arena in the stadium district; the current plan still needs legislative approval.

🏥 Philly ER Wait Times Surpass National Average

The average emergency room wait time in Pennsylvania is a little over three hours — and 24 minutes longer than the national average. At Philly hospitals, the shortest reported wait time was just 19 minutes at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia in University City; the longest was over five hours at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in West Philly. Check out the wait time at the hospital nearest you. [Axios]

👀 Fetterman Rejects Claims of Senate Neglect

Sen. John Fetterman dismissed allegations that he neglected his Senate duties after a Wall Street Journal report cited text messages between Fetterman and staffers. Fetterman called the report “smears” and “half-truths” and apologized for an out-of-context joke about not wanting to meet with CHOP officials about Medicaid cuts. [NOTUS]

🅿️ PPA Returns $1.2M in Fines

The Philadelphia Parking Authority refunded over $1.2 million for 23,000 speed camera violations after signage problems invalidated tickets near North Broad Street and 65th Avenue. More than 12,000 people received refunds, and proper signage is now installed. [CBS News]

🚨 Teens, Police Clash in Dilworth Park

Philadelphia police confronted large crowds of teenagers in Dilworth Park over the weekend, resulting in three arrests and seven citations for disorderly conduct. Videos shared on Instagram show chaotic scenes of more than a hundred young people and several injuries. [The Inquirer 🔐]

🌳 Touch Grass! Philly’s Summer Gardens are in Full Bloom

Philly is home to 38 public gardens and historic landscapes, more than anywhere else in the country. Today on the City Cast Philly podcast, we're revisiting a conversation with author Nicole Juday about the historic Woodlands public garden and cemetery, the 200-year evolution of Philly's gardens, and how to best enjoy one of the most elaborate gardens in the U.S. [City Cast Philly 🎧]

We’re back with another “Where Is It?” challenge, our game where you name the location of street art and landmarks around the city.

Do you recognize where this artwork is?

While you’re on the hunt, you can:

• Check these activities off your end-of-summer bucket list.
• Detox at these wellness studios or try float therapy.
• See a show at the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.
• Eat at a new restaurant.
• Participate in the city’s top events this month.

No one got last week’s challenge right. This butterfly mural is located directly across from Cecil B. Moore Library on the 2300 block of Cecil B. Moore Avenue.