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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Employee-Owned Companies in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Modeled to Value Employees and Provide Stability
Employee-owned businesses are on the rise in Pennsylvania — including Philadelphia icon Wawa — modeled on valuing employees and providing stability, writes Violet Comber-Wilen for…
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Philadelphia Command Center Honored As U.S. Navy, Marine Corps Prepare for 250th Birthday Celebration
The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps recognized the importance of the Philadelphia Command Center ahead of the 250th birthday celebration, according to a staff report…
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Philadelphia Artist Alexa Colas Taking Her Living Room on Road
Philadelphia artist Alexa Colas turned her living room into a record store, listening room, performance space, and the set of a PhillyCAM TV show. Now,…
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Philadelphia Small Businesses See Boost in Sales With Red October Now Upon Us
While the Philadelphia Phillies’ start to the playoffs has been much less than ideal, Philadelphia area businesses are still seeing a boost as fans are…
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Pepsi Philly Eats Fest: A Showcase of Local Restaurants, Music, and Community
On the afternoon of Saturday, October 4, Eakins Oval was packed as hundreds of people gathered for the first-ever Pepsi Philly Eats Fest. The event…
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23 Philadelphia Companies Featured On Inc. 5000 List Of Fastest-Growing Private Firms
Twenty-three Philadelphia companies have earned a spot on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private firms, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Chase Bank to Open Seven New Branches Across Region, Including Two in Chester County
Chase Bank will open seven new branches across the Philadelphia region over the next three months, with two located in Chester County, writes Jeff Blumenthal…
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Nike’s First Jordan Brand World of Flight U.S. Store in Philadelphia Set to Open Oct. 10
More than a year after Nike announced plans to open its first World of Flight store in the U.S. right here in Philadelphia, we now…
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Philadelphia’s Historic Neighborhoods Offer Perfect Fit for Every Newcomer
Philadelphia is home to unique neighborhoods, each with a distinct personality, and understanding them is key to finding the perfect fit for those moving to…
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Faculty Artist Combines Folk Art with Artificial Intelligence to Question Public Memory
Visual artist and associate teaching professor of art in Rutgers University–Camden’s Department of Visual, Media, and Performing Arts, Stass Shpanin focuses on historical interpretations of…
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$6M+ in Funding Awarded to Philadelphia Scientists from RFK Jr.’s Plan for New Autism Research
Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, and Drexel University are set to receive more than $6 million from RFK Jr.’s plan for…
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Women’s Professional Basketball League Unrivaled is Coming to Philadelphia
Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s professional basketball league, will be coming to Philadelphia during its 2026 season. The official announcement was made during a rally and…
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Pennrose Acquires Neumann North Senior Housing Building in Fishtown, Plans $20M Renovation Project
Pennrose, the noted Philadelphia-based affordable housing developer, recently acquired the Neumann North senior housing building in Fishtown, with plans to embark on a new $20…
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Dr. Ala Stanford Joins Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District Race
Dr. Ala Stanford, who made national headlines for her work during the onset of the COVID-19, has announced her campaign bid for Pennsylvania’s 3rd congressional…
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The Power of Connection: A Presidential Ambassador Finds a Rare Community at Manor College
Carolyn Hagan grew up dreaming of creating new worlds. Popular cartoon shows like Powerpuff Girls, Dexter’s Lab, and Gravity Falls inspired artistic aspirations. As she…
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Square Roots Collective Opening Francis Hotel in Kennett Square
Square Roots Collective is redeveloping an 18th-century building in Kennett Square into an eight-room boutique hotel, Francis Hotel & Suites, that is expected to open…
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Philadelphia’s Ethical Food Entrepreneurs Champion Fair Supply Chains, Inclusive Hiring, and Sustainable Sourcing
Three food-focused companies in Philadelphia are proving profit and purpose are not at odds by driving fair supply chains, inclusive hiring, and sustainable sourcing, writes…
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Pat Burrell’s Former Center City Penthouse Sells For Well-Under Original Asking Price, Two Years Later
The Center City penthouse that former Philadelphia Phillies star Pat Burrell previously owned has been sold to a local Philadelphia couple for $2.65 million. It…
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