Philadelphia, PA news on Saturday, October 17, 2026

In Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, October 17, 2026: I-95 closures, nor'easter forming; Union clinches push. Also: I-95 has frustrating lane closures this weekend affecting Philadelphia drivers; This weekend: 5th annual Philly Bike Ride with routes and street closures. Weather: Cool and clear today with temps from 40 to 52°F and winds up to 14 mph.

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Headlines

I-95 has frustrating lane closures this weekend affecting Philadelphia drivers.MyChesCo · Oct 17, 12:48 PM

News & local government

New nor'easter forming off Atlantic coast could impact Pennsylvania weather.Patch · Oct 16, 2:35 PM

Events & going out

This weekend: 5th annual Philly Bike Ride with routes and street closures.Billy Penn at WHYY · Oct 16, 5:00 AM

Business & new openings

M&T Bank leads Philadelphia SBA lending with $29.6 million in support.MyChesCo · Oct 17, 12:53 PM

Housing & real estate

Philadelphia homebuyers face decade-long affordability squeeze with rising costs.MyChesCo · Oct 17, 7:06 AM

Sports

76ers lost to Celtics 125-120 yesterday; Boston's bench outscored Philadelphia.Boston Sports Journal · Oct 16, 4:34 PM
Philadelphia Union can clinch postseason spot with result this weekend.Philadelphia Union · Oct 16, 2:54 PM

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