Philadelphia
Philadelphia, the birthplace of America’s freedom, is a city of firsts, boasting the nation’s first library, hospital, and zoo. It’s a hub for education, economy, arts, and sports, reflecting a rich cultural diversity.
The city’s economic prowess is evident in its status as Pennsylvania’s largest and the United States’ ninth-largest metropolitan economy. The city’s skyline, filled with globally renowned commercial skyscrapers, reflects its thriving business environment.
With 18 four-year universities and colleges, Philadelphia stands as one of the nation’s leading centers for higher education and academic research.
Philadelphia’s cultural landscape is as diverse as its history. Hosting more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other city in the nation, it’s a hub for arts, culture, and cuisine.
Despite challenges, the city’s spirit thrives, resonating with history, innovation, and community.
Explore our archive of nearly 200 stories about Philadelphia’s residents, entrepreneurs, sports heroes (and vilians!) schools, and businesses below:
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Cobbs Creek Community Group Leads Effort to Revitalize Neighborhood’s Long-Neglected Parks
A 2023 study of Philadelphia designated Cobbs Creek as one of the city’s high-priority neighborhoods when its comes to a lack of access to high-quality…
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Philadelphia Has Three of America’s Most Historic Restaurants
America’s past can be correlated with things like quaint colonial taverns, retro diners, and old steakhouses. Visiting places like these can feel like taking a…
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‘Go Birds,’ This Artemis II Astronaut is a Proud Philly Sports Fan
Astronaut Christina Koch, who has been on the recent Artemis II mission to the moon, is a major Philadelphia sports fan and shows off her…
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5 Places Where Washington Slept: A County-by-County Journey Across the Delaware Valley
You can’t have driven anywhere around the Delaware Valley without passing a place where George Washington is reported to have spent the night. From riverbank…
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Pennsylvania’s 50 Richest Neighborhoods List Includes 3 Philadelphia Neighborhoods in the Top 5
Pennsylvania is filled with numerous affluent neighborhoods that offer residents a high quality of life, writes Allen Lee for Money Inc. Characterized by luxurious homes,…
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Michelin Guide Names Top Philadelphia Hotels for America’s 250th Birthday Travelers
With many visitors anticipated for Philadelphia’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, the Michelin Guide has named four Key hotels that deliver luxury, historic character, and close proximity…
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‘60 Minutes’ Highlights Philadelphia’s Central Role in America’s Shipbuilding Revival
America has been struggling in the shipbuilding department for decades now, but Philadelphia could play a critical role in the potential of the nation’s industrial…
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Baiadas Named Manor College 2026 Commencement Speakers
Mark and Ann Baiada have been named Manor College’s 2026 Commencement Speakers. “I’ve had the blessing of knowing Ann and Mark for close to 20…
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Philadelphia Leads Office-to-Apartment Conversion Pipeline Nationwide in Past Year
As many cities nationwide are seeing more mostly-vacant office buildings converted into apartment complexes, no city has seen more such projects since 2025 than Philadelphia,…
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Philadelphia Finalizes New Ancestry Agreement Allowing Millions of Philadelphia Historical Records Online
Millions of Philadelphia’s historical documents will become available online through a new multi-year agreement with Ancestry.com, writes Chelsea R. Cox for Technical.ly. The world’s largest…
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Girard Avenue Shopping Center Owner Brings On Philly Fitness As Newest Anchor Tenant
Abrams Realty & Development, the owner of a Girard Avenue shopping center, has brought on Philly Fitness as its new anchor tenant, writes Paul Schwedelson…
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New York-Based Social Wellness Brand Bathhouse to Expand to Philadelphia
Bathhouse, the New York-based social wellness brand, is preparing to open its first Philadelphia location, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The facility…
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For First Time in Generations, Philadelphia’s Economy Ranks Among Nation’s Strongest
With the highest job growth of the 25 largest metropolitan areas last year, Philadelphia’s economy ranks among the strongest in the nation for the first…
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New Temporary Pop-Up Museum Coming to Market East This Summer Amid Revitalization Efforts
Revisit 1876, a new pop-up museum exhibition set to open in late June is part of the city’s efforts to revitalize the struggling Market East…
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House of the Week: Beautiful Stone Residence in Chestnut Hill
A beautiful and distinguished stone residence set on nearly two acres of beautifully landscaped land with six bedrooms and 5 bathrooms is available for sale…
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Goodness Bowls Franchise Making Main Line Debut in Paoli
Based in the Jersey Shore, Goodness Bowls is adding three new franchise locations in the Philadelphia area, including its debut Main Line location in Paoli,…
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Journalist, Temple Alum Tamron Hall Raves About ‘Single Best Food Experience’ At Spring Garden Restaurant
Award-winning journalist, talk show host, and Temple University alumna Tamron Hall was recently in Philadelphia to accept a new award — the WDAS-FM Legend in…
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Philadelphia High School Ranked Best in Pennsylvania, Two Ranked Among Top Three
The latest best high schools in Pennsylvania list has been released and the top high school in the state is in Philadelphia, according to U.S.…
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