Philadelphia
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Philadelphia Among Top 15 Places to Travel in 2026, According to Architectural Digest
As 2026 quickly approaches, many are already planning trips, and Philadelphia is among the top places to travel, write Laura Itzkowitz, Elizabeth Stamp, Elizabeth Fazzare, Livia Caligor for Architectural Digest. A design publication, the list of the top 19 places to travel in 2026 was selected through factors, such as major cultural happenings, debuting hotels,…
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Mel Greenberg Has Seen Many Changes in Sports Since Creating the AP Women’s Basketball Poll 50 Years Ago
This year marks 50 years since longtime sportswriter Mel Greenberg created the Associated Press women’s basketball poll while working at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Women’s basketball has grown exponentially over these past 50 years, and Greenberg is proud to reflect on the role he has played in helping make that happen, he writes for the publication. Upon…
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Former Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Tackle Puts Super Bowl Ring Up for Auction
Laekin Vakalahi, the former Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle and rugby star has placed his Super Bowl LIX championship ring up for auction, according to Heritage Auctions. The Eagles are less than a year removed from one of the most dominant performances in Super Bowl history, going up 34-0 on the back-to-back Super Bowl champion Kansas…
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation’s Composting Program Grows to 30 Sites Across City
Since its launch in 2019, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s composting program has grown steadily and now operates at nearly 30 sites citywide, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The program began with minimal funding under Ash Richards, the city’s urban agriculture director, who oversees Farm Philly, the urban agriculture arm of Parks & Recreation.…
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See How Far $100,000 Stretches in Philadelphia Compared to Other Major U.S. Cities
Philadelphia ranks among the 20 largest cities in the United States where $100,000 goes the shortest distance, writes Jaclyn DeJohn for SmartAsset. A recent SmartAsset study evaluated 69 of the country’s largest cities, ranking them based on the purchasing power of a $100,000 annual income after taxes and local expenses. In 2025, Philadelphia ranked No.…
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Newly-Launched Election Academy Gives Philadelphia Voters Firsthand Insight Into Election Process
With the Pennsylvania primaries less than two months away, a new program is helping provide voters with an inside look into the election process, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. Philadelphia City Commissioners are working with the Committee of Seventy have collaborated to launch the Election Academy. The new program gives voters a firsthand, behind-the-scenes…
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Join PWD At This Utility & Resource Fair on March 24
If you need help with your utility bills, attend this Utility & Resource Fair hosted by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission’s Be Utility Wise program. The event will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the P4 Hub at 4537 Wayne Ave., Ste. 202, Philadelphia, PA, 19144. Attendees…
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Wawa Welcome America Returning for 35th Year, Here’s What to Expect in 2026 Edition
Wawa Welcome America is set to return to Philadelphia for its 35th consecutive year, and has unveiled its new state of events and programming for the annual spectacle. During a press conference inside the Comcast Technology Center’s Ralph J. Robert Forum on Monday, March 16, a number of announcements were made to highlight all that…
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Black-Owned Bookstores Grow Nationwide, With Struggles, Philly Bookstore Among Those Aiming to Fix Them
Black-owned bookstores are booming across the U.S., and Philadelphia’s Harriett’s Bookshop is part of the movement that is reshaping the literary landscape, writes Delano Massey for AXIOS Philadelphia. A decade ago, the United States had just 54 Black-owned bookstores. Today, that number has grown to 306, an increase that comes as public schools and even…
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Here Are 3 Seafood Restaurants in Philadelphia Worth Going To
Pennsylvania is home to quite a few amazing seafood restaurants, and there are at least three underrated ones in Philadelphia that are worth dining, writes Claire Allard for Family Destinations Guide. For starters, there’s Seafood Unlimited in Rittenhouse Square. The friendly neighborhood fish market is located in the heart of a Philadelphia. Its menu never…
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Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts Releases New, Inspirational Children’s Book
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is already a Super Bowl champion, a Super Bowl MVP, and multiple-time Pro Bowler, and is now also a published author, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. On Tuesday, March 10, Hurts released his debut book, a children’s book titled, Better Than a Touchdown. The new book was written by…
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SEPTA Saw Lowest Rate of Serious Crime Since 2015 Last Year
SEPTA recorded its lowest level of serious crime last year since 2015, according to new crime statistics, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. According to new crime statistics, SEPTA had a 6 percent decline in serious crimes in 2025. This includes homicides, thefts, and aggravated assaults. Among the eight categories of crime, numbers were down…
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Matt Cord, Longtime Philadelphia 76ers PA Announcer, Reveals Plan to Retire At End of Season
For nearly three decades, Matt Cord has served as the public address announcer for the Philadelphia 76ers. This year will mark the end of an era, as Cord has announced that he will be retiring at the end of this season, writes Rob Tornoe for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I have always wanted to go out…
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These Spots Make Some of Best Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia
While plenty of eateries in Philadelphia make great Philly cheesesteaks, some create unforgettable, write-home-to-mom sandwiches that will leave you wanting to come back for more, writes Tay Belgeri for Travel Awaits. John’s Roast Pork was established in 1930, and is a city staple that locals keep flocking to. The eatery cooks steak fresh with every…
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Philadelphia Couple Dig Up 300-Year-Old Outhouses, Unearthing Treasures and History
Matt and Melissa Dunphy, a husband-and-wife team, are part of a small group of amateur archeologists digging up 300-year-old Philadelphia outhouses to uncover historic artifacts, writes Jeanne Erickson for the New York Post. Their excavations have uncovered glass bottles, pottery shards, and a variety of household items discarded by residents into privies. Some of these…
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New Philadelphia Bill Would Expand Transit-Oriented Development, Allowing More Housing Near SEPTA
A new bill from Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration would allow more apartment construction around SEPTA stations to help boost ridership, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposal expands an existing law that allows developers to build more housing with less parking on many properties that are within 500 feet of SEPTA stations…
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ArtPhilly Unveils Plan for Inaugural Citywide Festival Ahead of Nation’s Semiquincentennial
A new multi-disciplinary citywide culture and arts festival is set to take place in Philadelphia, starting this May. The festival, called “What Now: 2026,” hosted by ArtPhilly will run from May 27 through July 2 and feature more than 100 events across the city, as well as 35 commissioned projects. The events will include everything…
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Philadelphia Sees Historic Drop in Homicides, But Commitment to Strategy Must Be Maintained
In 2025, Philadelphia recorded its lowest number of homicides in six decades. Experts credit this trend to the city’s investment in prevention and crime-fighting strategies, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS Philadelphia. These strategies — which include implementing anti-violence initiatives in neighborhoods and police targeting groups responsible for much of the city’s violence — has helped…
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