🌱 Jim's Steaks Catches Fire + Man Threatens To Throw Baby Off I-95

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Here are the top three stories today in Philadelphia:

1. A fast-moving fire damaged Jim's Steaks, the beloved cheesesteak joint on South Street, early Friday morning. Although smoke was pouring from the building, all the employees were able to safely evacuate. No injuries have been reported and the cause of the fire is still being investigated. (The Washington Post)
2. Raheem Murphy is being charged for allegedly threatening to throw a baby off I-95 in Northeast Philadelphia. On Thursday, when Murphy was described by witnesses as attempting to throw the baby off of I-95, he also threatened the mother of his child and a bystander who chose to intervene. Police allege that Murphy kidnapped his child and the child's mother at gunpoint to bring them to this location. Christine King, the woman who stepped in when she saw the baby in danger, said police were able to safely remove the baby from Murphy once they arrived. (WPVI-TV)
3. Police say a 26-year-old man was shot in the neck and killed on Wednesday evening in South Philly. They have identified the man as Joelil Foy. The shooting occurred before 7:00 p.m. and Foy was pronounced dead at 7:20 p.m. The incident is still under investigation and there is little information available at this time other than the fact that Foy was shot and killed near his home. (CBS Philly)

Today in Philadelphia:

• Children's Theatre Free Outdoor Production At Wyck Historic House (10:00 AM)
• Kettlebell Flow with Word Life Yoga At Drexel Square (10:00 AM)
• Painting At Laurel Hill Mansion (10:30 AM)
• Jazz in the Park til Dark At Rittenhouse Square (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• A married couple is bringing monster truck entertainment to Wells Fargo Center this weekend. The couple will be driving their own monster trucks — "Race Ace" and "Big Foot" — at both Saturday shows and the Sunday matinee. (WPVI-TV)
• This Saturday, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health is hosting an event with free food and games. They will also be giving away a free baby supply bag to the first 100 families in attendance. (Philadelphia Department of Public Health via Facebook)
• On Saturday at 3:00 p.m., the former Kelly Pool will feature musical performances in the lanes. The concession stand will be tended by local entrepreneurs of color. (Philadelphia Water Department 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.