Philadelphia mayor Charelle Parker vowed change for the city's downtrodden Kensington neighborhood. Find out why, so far, the cleanup results have been mixed. Wonder what Philly has in store for America's birthday two years from now, when the country turns 250? And how does signing NBA free agent Paul George change the 76ers' title fortunes?

Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio reporters break down the biggest news in Philadelphia this week.

00:00 Intro

02:00 Philly puts plans in place for America's 250th birthday festivities in 2026

07:41 Kensington cleanup brings progress, questions

13:40 Netflix unveils experiential project for King of Prussia

18:25 Local field hockey star Ashley Sessa prepares for Olympics

23:56 The Philadelphia Zoo celebrates 150th anniversary

29:27 Philadelphia 76ers land Paul George in NBA free agency

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