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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Philadelphia’s Francisville Neighborhood Has Reinvented Itself for 300 Years. Can It Survive Gentrification?
Francisville has never stayed still for long. In the three centuries since William Penn’s settlers planted vineyards along what would become Ridge Avenue — one…
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The Best Third Places in Philadelphia, And Why No City Does Community Better
Think about the last time you felt genuinely connected to your city. Maybe it was a Saturday morning at a coffee shop when a stranger…
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How North Philly’s Dawn Staley Has Built Résumé As One of Philadelphia’s Greatest Sports Figures
Dawn Staley has been a college basketball coach for over two decades, and coupled with her playing career, she has developed arguably the best résumé…
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Philadelphia Shines as America’s Most Walkable and Sane City
The magic and charm of American cities that attract many international tourists seems to be disappearing, at least according to many think-pieces that paint a…
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Are You 65 or Older? You May Qualify For a 25% Discount On Your Water Bill
If you’re a senior living in Philadelphia, you may be eligible for a significant reduction in your water and sewer bill. The Philadelphia Water Department…
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From Survivor to Counselor: How Manor College Helped Olivia Morton Find Her Purpose
At 16 years old, Olivia Morton sat alone on a couch in a dark room, barely able to function. Two months earlier, she had been…
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Allegiant Air Launching New Nonstop Flights to Florida from Trenton-Mercer and PHL Airports
Allegiant Air is making a bigger bet on the Philadelphia region this fall, announcing two new nonstop Florida routes that could mean cheaper travel options…
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Former Iron Hill Brewery in Media Up for Lease Seven Months After Bankruptcy
The future of the former Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant on State Street is still up in the air seven months after the beloved regional…
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Longwood Gardens’ 1906 Restaurant: Fine Dining, Fountain Views, and a Menu Grown On-Site
Sometimes, Craig LaBan writes in The Philadelphia Inquirer, dinner at 1906 stops feeling like a meal and starts feeling like the main event. The restaurant,…
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The Haitian Revolution’s Hidden Impact on Philadelphia’s Black History
For generations, Philadelphia has proudly defined itself through the story of the American Revolution. But hidden beneath the city’s familiar history is another revolutionary connection:…
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The Revolution Happened Here: 10 Philadelphia Area Battles That Shaped the Fight for Independence
Before the world called it the American Revolution, it began right here along the Delaware River, across the rolling farms of Chester County, and in…
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10 Ways This Man and His Malvern Company Changed the Way Ordinary Americans Invest
A company founded at Valley Forge manages more than $12 trillion in assets, owns major stakes in nearly every major American corporation, and quietly helped…
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The Best Bucks County Budget Day Trips: 7 Destinations Under $50
Bucks County has never needed a hard sell. The river towns speak for themselves. So do the canal paths, the historic downtowns, the farm-to-table lunch…
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How South Philly Robotics Company Exyn Technologies Is Redefining Autonomous Navigation
Deep underground, where GPS signals die and human workers risk their lives mapping tunnels by hand, a South Philadelphia robotics company has found its footing,…
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The Bold Legacy of Frank Furness, Philadelphia’s Most Unconventional Architect
He was a Civil War captain who charged into battle without hesitation, and when Frank Furness turned to architecture, he brought the same audacity to…
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Mapping Philadelphia Through Its Community Bars: Where Every Neighborhood Tells Its Own Story
In Philadelphia, the neighborhood bar is more than a place to grab a drink, it’s a kind of unofficial civic institution. It’s where regulars trade…
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Philadelphia Men Face Felony Charges After Alleged Cable Theft Disrupts Churchville Bald Eagle Nest
A cable theft gone wrong has landed two Philadelphia men in legal jeopardy—not just for stealing, but for trespassing on one of nature’s most protected…
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‘Above & Across’ Features Aerial Photography of Philadelphia in New Book
The Above & Across coffee table book series, devoted to aerial photography of cities around the world, turns its cameras on Philadelphia in its newest…
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