🌱 Innocent Bystander Shot By Bargoer + SEPTA Double-Charges Cards

Morning, friends! I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with your fresh edition of the Philadelphia Daily. Keep reading for the most important things going on in town.

First, today's weather:

Hot with plenty of sunshine. High: 92 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories today in Philadelphia:

1. A woman is dead after being shot in a Northeast Philadelphia bar. According to police, the shooter was a disgruntled patron who left the bar to retrieve the gun from his truck and fired 15 shots into the bar. The incident happened just after 11:30 p.m. A second victim was struck by glass and cut in his face. As of Wednesday afternoon, police are still reviewing evidence to identify the man and his truck. (WPVI-TV)
2. Was your key card double-charged by SEPTA? Transit authorities have been issuing refunds to affected riders, but roughly half of those experiencing the double-charge have yet to receive what's due. Some riders previously contacted SEPTA about the issue but were told that no problem existed. According to SEPTA, if you're a travel wallet rider, your purchases will be reviewed individually, while weekly and monthly passes are being credited automatically. (Billy Penn)
3. Homicides are on the rise in Philly, but the number of murderers caught is dropping. According to data assembled by CBS, the Philadelphia police department is solving only slightly more than a quarter of all murders involving a Black victim, and only 42 percent of murders in Philadelphia overall. According to Philadelphia police, the problem is in part due to staffing and in part a lack of resources: some Philly cops in the homicide department have had to start using typewriters. (CBS Philly)

Today in Philadelphia:

• The Winston Hour: Social Connecting Happy Hour at The Winston Athletic Association (5:00 PM)
• Walking Tour: "Twilight Tours" at Independence National Park (6:00 PM)
• Picture Me Philly Drawing Class with Artsi Philly at Trolley Portal Gardens (6:00 PM)
• NPR Presents Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! at The Mann Center (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for an affordable Sunday activity? Philadelphia Museum of Art is offering their Pay What You Wish Family Festival. The event will feature drop-in art-making, demonstrations, and more. (Philadelphia Museum of Art via Instagram)
• Philadelphia Department of Public Health reminds you to stay cool on hot days. If your home isn't properly cooled, it may be safer to be outdoors. (Philadelphia Department of Public Health via Facebook)
• Are your teens looking for an opportunity? The Free Library of Philadelphia is accepting applications for the summer Teen Social Justice Fellowship program. Three teens between 14 and 19 will be selected for the program. (Free Library of Philadelphia via Facebook)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.