Procrastinator's Guide to the midterm elections; Jalen Hurts' injury; LGBTQ+ clinical trial

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Procrastinator’s Guide to the November 2026 election in Philadelphia

Philadelphia voters will help choose Pennsylvania’s governor, members of Congress and state lawmakers in the Nov. 3 general election. They will also answer two questions that could change the city’s Home Rule Charter.

Here’s what you need to know about who and what is on the ballot — plus when, where and how to vote. Continue reading…

A vote flag on East Passyunk Avenue in November 2022. (Nathan Morris/Billy Penn)

Jalen Hurts’ long-term injury, explained

The Eagles’ quarterback is out indefinitely after doctors diagnosed him with deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli. Here’s what those mean. Continue reading…

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) stands on the field during an NFL football game against Jacksonville Jaguars in London, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)

BP Quizzo Question of the Day

What were the first two coins made at the Mint in Philadelphia in 1793?

RECAP: What else happened?

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• Polls showed Trump policies might chill mail voting. But early data in Pennsylvania is inconclusive. [Spotlight PA/Votebeat]

• Protesters gathered at satellite election offices in Philly for the fourth ‘No Kings’ protest against the Trump administration.[WHYY]

• Mazzoni Center will launch its first clinical trial as the health organization brings more LGBTQ+ research options to Philly. [WHYY]

• Philadelphia’s Settlement Music School goes national with its arts preschool. [WHYY]

• It’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Here’s what to know. [Billy Penn]

• ‘Philadelphia in Color’ celebrates the grit and glam of the amateur photographer in exhibit featuring work from 200+ contributors. [WHYY]

When you donate to Billy Penn, you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win a pair of 76ers tickets to the Monday, Nov. 23 home game against the Portland Trail Blazers!

No donation is necessary, though. For details on how to enter and the eligibility requirements, see the official rules online here.

MAYOR WATCH

Mayor Parker will attend the funeral service for Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, 1723 Race St. (11 a.m.)

Highlights from Billy Penn’s City Guide

Philly’s past is still present: 16 haunted places to know about
Philly’s ghosts are older than America. And they are still causing trouble.
Queen Village: Historic feel, minutes from modern amenities
This historic area has a history that predates Philly’s founder, William Penn.

ON THE CALENDAR

Rituals and recipes for remembrance (Tuesday),
Roxborough Pocket Park After Dark (Thursday),
WHYY Be My Neighbor Day at Franklin Square Park(Saturday)
AND MORE!

See the **FULL LIST** of this week’s events calendar at BillyPenn.com!