• Philadelphia-Based Urban Outfitters Struggles to Find Gen-Z’s Jeans Preferences 

    Philadelphia-Based Urban Outfitters Struggles to Find Gen-Z’s Jeans Preferences 

    Previously a mainstay of millennials, Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters is struggling to keep up with the youth and their jeans preferences, writes Chloe Berger for Fortune.  The retailer is planning to court younger suburbanites and college students by focusing more on denim, loungewear, and recently work-approved athleisure.  “Our segment has seen rapid and seismic shifts as…

  • Wall Street Journal: Former Eagles Head Coach Has a Goal to Reorder Football

    Wall Street Journal: Former Eagles Head Coach Has a Goal to Reorder Football

    Former Philadelphia Eagles head coach Chip Kelly is aiming to reorder football and win a national title in the process by stepping down the coaching ladder, writes Laine Higgins for The Wall Street Journal.  Kelly already revolutionized almost every aspect of college football during his time as head coach at the University of Oregon. His…

  • New Barwin, Kelce Documentary Looks at Philadelphia’s Mightiest ‘Underdogs’

    New Barwin, Kelce Documentary Looks at Philadelphia’s Mightiest ‘Underdogs’

    Underdogs, a new documentary from former Philadelphia Eagles Connor Barwin and Jason Kelce, shines a spotlight on South Philadelphia’s Vare Gymnastics Team, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 26-minute film will premiere on October 22 at the Philadelphia Film Festival. The documentary aims to shine a spotlight on the successes of an underfunded…

  • Philadelphia Commute Times Shorten Slightly, But Remain Among Longest Nationwide

    Philadelphia Commute Times Shorten Slightly, But Remain Among Longest Nationwide

    While commute times have shortened slightly in Philadelphia, the city is still above the national average and is still among the longest in the nation, writes Ariana Perez-Castells for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia workers spent 31.1 minutes traveling to work last year, compared to the national average of 26.8 minutes, according to a report by…

  • SS United States Leaves Philadelphia Home of Nearly Three Decades

    SS United States Leaves Philadelphia Home of Nearly Three Decades

    The SS United States hosted a small event over the weekend to bid farewell to its Philadelphia home of nearly three decades as it heads to Florida for semi-retirement, writes Ximena Conde for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The SS United States Conservancy and Florida officials from Okaloosa County marked the occasion with a small transfer-of-title ceremony…

  • Philadelphia Ranks Among the Most Food-Friendly Cities in America, According to New Study

    Philadelphia Ranks Among the Most Food-Friendly Cities in America, According to New Study

    Philadelphia is among the top metro cities in the United States when it comes to food-friendliness, write Max Bennett and Eri Heyl for Patch. A new WalletHub study ranked more than 180 of the most populated cities in the nation in order of food-friendliness. Philadelphia ranked at No. 26 on the list. “In the best…

  • Surgeons at CHOP Successfully Separate Conjoined Twins from Philly Ahead of Their First Birthday

    Surgeons at CHOP Successfully Separate Conjoined Twins from Philly Ahead of Their First Birthday

    Surgeons at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia successfully separated conjoined twins Amari and Javar Ruffin ahead of their first birthday, writes Brian Brant for People. The boys turned one on September 29, just over a month after their surgery. On October 8, the twins finally left the hospital with their parents Tim and Shaneka and siblings…

  • Philly Startup Acquires Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator Alum Lluna

    Philly Startup Acquires Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator Alum Lluna

    Lluna, one of the few Philadelphia-based companies to go through the Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, was recently acquired by the local startup The Best Answer, writes Ryan Mulligan for the PHL Inno. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Lluna’s CEO and co-founders will exit the company following the completion of the…

  • Here Are Some of the Top Hispanic Eateries in Philadelphia

    Here Are Some of the Top Hispanic Eateries in Philadelphia

    With Pennsylvania’s Hispanic population increasing significantly in recent years, there has also not been a shortage of great Hispanic cuisine restaurants throughout the eastern part of the state and Philadelphia, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. For starters, there’s Bar Bombón. The all-vegan Center City eatery is owned by Nicole Marquis and inspired by her…

  • Trea Turner Documentary About Ovation That Helped Turn His Season Around Set for Oct. 18 Release on Netflix

    Trea Turner Documentary About Ovation That Helped Turn His Season Around Set for Oct. 18 Release on Netflix

    A new documentary highlighting first-year Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner is set to debut on Netflix on October 18, write Tom Dougherty and Josh Sanders for CBS News Philadelphia. The documentary, called “The Turnaround” is produced by Philadelphia native Kyle Thrash and Oscar-winner Ben Proudfoot. The documentary follows Phillies fan, Bridesburg resident, and content creator…

  • Meet Jean Darnell, the Nationally Recognized Educator Tasked With Reviving Philadelphia’s School Libraries

    Meet Jean Darnell, the Nationally Recognized Educator Tasked With Reviving Philadelphia’s School Libraries

    After fighting censorship in Texas, nationally recognized educator Jean Darnell moved to Philadelphia to help revive local school libraries, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Darnell is the first Philadelphia School District library chief since the system allowed its school libraries to wither starting in the 1990s. Decades ago, the district had almost…

  • Former Eagles Safety, Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins Commits to Supporting Single-Parent Families

    Former Eagles Safety, Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins Commits to Supporting Single-Parent Families

    Brian Dawkins has been retired from the NFL for 13 years, and in that time he has focused on building a strong legacy beyond football, reports WHYY. Given his blessings, Dawkins feels responsible for blessing as many others as possible. Five years ago, he launched his own nonprofit, the Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation. The crown…

  • Looking for Phillies Gear, Clothing, and Merchandise? Try These Local Shops

    Looking for Phillies Gear, Clothing, and Merchandise? Try These Local Shops

    With the Philadelphia Phillies in the midst of their third straight playoffs, “Red October” is in full force, and what better way to show support for the team than by sporting the team’s merchandise, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia has several shops that will likely have just what you are looking for.…

  • This Cult From the Late 1600s Was Born in Philadelphia

    This Cult From the Late 1600s Was Born in Philadelphia

    Pennsylvania is the birthplace of several unusual cults and religious groups and one in particular was born in Philadelphia, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Among the first doomsday cults in the New World is tied to the woods of the Wissahickon Valley in Philadelphia. This cult is the Society of the Woman in the…

  • Five Reasons to Hire a PR Firm in Philadelphia

    Five Reasons to Hire a PR Firm in Philadelphia

    As a Philadelphia-area business owner, you already know that managing your company’s public image is essential. No matter your industry, maintaining strategic media relationships and effectively navigating crisis management situations can significantly influence your brand’s reputation — and directly impact your business’s bottom line. Some businesses assume they can handle public relations for their company…

  • Enjoy the Best of Philadelphia’s Historical Sites with These Visitor Tips

    Enjoy the Best of Philadelphia’s Historical Sites with These Visitor Tips

    As the birthplace of the United States, Philadelphia has much to offer in the way of historical sites, and these tips will help you enjoy them even more especially if you are visiting with kids in tow, writes Tamara Gruber for We3Travel. Start early, as some attractions, such as Independence Hall, require timed entry tickets…

  • Bryce Harper’s Love for Philly Culture and Wawa Got Him in Trouble with MLB

    Bryce Harper’s Love for Philly Culture and Wawa Got Him in Trouble with MLB

    Bryce Harper is known for his love of all things Philly, including the local favorite grocer Wawa, which led to some issues with MLB this summer, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. During a game earlier this year, Harper, the Phillies star hitter and first baseman, put on custom-made Wawa cleats and a headband.…

  • PennDOT to Spend Minimum of $14M on Public EV Chargers Throughout Philadelphia

    PennDOT to Spend Minimum of $14M on Public EV Chargers Throughout Philadelphia

    In good news for local owners of electric vehicles, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will receive federal funds of at least $14 million to subsidize the installation of public EV chargers throughout the city in 2025 or 2026, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. It is currently unknown how many chargers these funds…