Curbing mural vandalism

It’s finally Friday. There’ll be a mix of sun and clouds, and temps will barely hit 60 degrees. A flood advisory is in effect for Philly and the Shore — but there’s no rain in sight. Tony Wood explains why we can blame the supermoon. The “Godfather of graffiti” and legendary street artist Darryl McCray wants to stop the vandalism of Philadelphia’s murals. Our top story highlights his efforts to halt the desecration. Plus, SEPTA’s highly anticipated Bus Revolution has been postponed, marking another casualty of the transportation authority’s financial straits. Let’s get into the news to start your weekend. — Paola Pérez (morningnewsletter@inquirer.com) P.S. Friday means new games! Test your Eagles players know-how with a new Bird Box, then take our latest news quiz, including questions on new eats around the city, the Sixers’ new uniform, and much more. If someone forwarded you this email, sign up for free here. Saving Philly’s murals Darryl “Cornbread” McCray is a big part of the reason Philadelphia is called the “Mural Capital of the World.” As a teen, McCray built his reputation as the “king of the walls.” His art inspired a wave of artists in the city and beyond in the...