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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Shapiro Administration Invests $3.1M in State Funding to Upcoming Philadelphia Sporting Events
Pennsylvania and the administration of Governor Josh Shapiro is investing nearly $5 million to support the state’s upcoming sporting events, including $3.1 million to Philadelphia’s,…
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Southwest Philadelphia-Raised Poet and Writer Raina J. León Named New Philadelphia Poet Laureate
Raina J. León, a Black, Afro Boricuan poet and writer raised in Southwest Philadelphia, has been named the city’s new poet laureate, writes Michelle Myers…
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This Black History Month, Get to Know Some of Philadelphia’s Black Founding Fathers
During the colonial-era United States, a number of Black leaders were fighting for the freedoms they were being denied. While the names George Washington and…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Keith Sterling, CEO, Habitat for Humanity MontDelco
Keith Sterling, CEO of Habitat for Humanity MontDelco, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about how he came out of retirement during the quarantine: What started with…
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An Update On Historic SS United States’ Future One Year After Leaving South Philadelphia
It has been about a year since the SS United States moved from its home in South Philadelphia for nearly three decades, writes Alexandra Simon…
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12 Best Must-Try Burgers in Pennsylvania List Includes Three in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is filled with eateries where you can grab a delicious burger or cheeseburger, so it comes as no surprise that several local spots make…
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Philadelphia Chocolatiers Remain Optimistic Despite Cocoa Price Hikes
Despite inflation and higher cocoa prices, Philadelphia chocolatiers remain confident and unconcerned about the potential impact to their customer base, writes Kimberly Paynter for WHYY.…
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Greater Philadelphia Tops National Housing Market Price Growth in January
Greater Philadelphia saw the strongest home price growth among 40 major metro areas in January, with prices rising 8.6 percent year over year, writes Ryan…
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Famous Southern Chicken Chain Opening First PA Location in Tullytown
The beloved southern chicken franchise Zaxbys is opening its very first location in Pennsylvania this spring at the former Crossroads Tavern in Tullytown Borough, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The fast-casual franchise…
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Aspiring Landenberg Police Officer Thrives After Lifesaving Kidney Transplant
Landenberg resident DJ Riddell is pursuing his dreams of becoming a police officer thanks to a lifesaving kidney donation, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Riddell…
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This Italian Eatery in East Kensington Functions As All-in-One Restaurant, Bakery, and Café
Fiore in East Kensington is one of the rare food businesses that excels in every aspect, seamlessly functioning as an all-in-one restaurant, bakery, and daytime…
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The Greatest Event Since the Birth of Christ? Ken Burns Says It Began in the Delaware Valley
When Ken Burns, the celebrated documentary filmmaker behind The Civil War and The Vietnam War, calls the American Revolution “the most important event in world…
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Côte d’Ivoire Selects Chester Facilities as World Cup Base Camp
The West African Cote d’Ivoire team has selected the Philadelphia Union’s Subaru Park and WSFS Bank Sportsplex in Chester as its base camp for the…
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Get the Most Out of Manayunk, One of the Top Philly Neighborhoods to Live and Play
Blending the urban energy of Main Street with more outdoor space than anywhere else in Philadelphia, Manayunk has emerged as one of the city’s top…
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Philly Health Department Unveils New Solar-Powered Sensors to Monitor Air Quality in Real Time
Philadelphia officials have introduced a real-time air-quality network that collects data from solar-powered sensors installed at strategic points across every neighborhood, writes Frank Kummer for…
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Two Philadelphia Companies Land on Deloitte’s Fast 500 List of North America’s Fastest-Growing Tech Firms
Two Philadelphia-based companies have earned spots on Deloitte’s 2025 list of the fastest-growing technology firms in North America, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business…
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Philly Homeowners Stay Put Longer, With Average Tenure Hitting 9.5 Years
Homeowners in Philadelphia are remaining in their homes longer than at any time in at least twenty years, with the average tenure now sitting at…
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Firehouse Subs Eyes Parkesburg as It Plots Comeback in Philadelphia Area After Three-Year Absence
After exiting the Philadelphia market three years ago, Firehouse Subs is plotting an aggressive comeback, with Parkesburg being considered as a potential location, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. …
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