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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Like Ellis Island, Washington Avenue Immigration Station in Philadelphia Once Welcomed Immigrants to the U.S.
While not as famous as Ellis Island, Washington Avenue Immigration Station in Philadelphia used to be a place where immigrants were welcomed into the country,…
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Philadelphia County Sees One of Largest Population Declines in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is one of the few shrinking states in the U.S., with Philadelphia County among those leading the largest population declines, writes Jess Thomson for…
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Manor Student Becomes U.S. Citizen in Pursuit of Dental Career
Reflecting on what she calls one of the best moments of her life, Luciel Montas twirls the stick of an American flag. “I need to…
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Food Hall Brand Wonder Expands into Greater Philadelphia with New Location Coming to Chesco
Food hall brand Wonder is planning on opening ten new locations in Greater Philadelphia before the end of the year, including one in West Chester,…
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PNC Bank Plans to Add New Branches to Philadelphia’s Lower-Income Neighborhoods
PNC will be opening branches in Philadelphia’s low-to-moderate income neighborhoods as part of the $88 billion community benefits plan the bank announced back in 2021,…
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What Black History Month Means at PWD
We have the pleasure of featuring four Philadelphia Water Department employees for Black History Month. We asked them to share their stories about working at…
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Aritzia Brings Luxury Fashion Brand to Center City As It Opens First Philadelphia Store
Luxury fashion company Aritzia has opened its first Philadelphia location on the 1700 block of Walnut Street in Center City, writes Michaela Althouse for PhillyVoice.…
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Mark Quigley’s Job at the Palestra Let Him Witness Some of Philly Sports’ Greatest Moments and Turn His Life Around
Mark Quigley was 17 and struggling with alcohol and drug addiction when his grandfather told him to apply for a groundskeeping role at the University…
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Philadelphia Airport Returns to Pre-Pandemic Passenger Levels
It’s been a few years coming, but Philadelphia International Airport is reporting that passenger numbers are solid, showing that air travel in and out of…
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Maximizing LinkedIn for Nonprofits: Tips to Find Volunteers & Boost Engagement
LinkedIn isn’t just for job seekers and businesses — it’s also a powerful tool for nonprofits to connect with potential volunteers, board members, and supporters.…
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Philadelphia’s New Initiative to Help Local Businesses Enhance Nighttime Safety Celebrates First Cohort
Philadelphia and the Department of Commerce recently launched the Liberty Bell Safe Certification Program, a free initiative that helps local businesses enhance nighttime safety. Through…
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Avelo Airlines Taps Into Wilmington Airport’s Potential to Expand Flight Options for Philadelphia Suburbs
Avelo Airlines has recognized the untapped potential of Wilmington Airport and is stepping in to offer Chester County and the entire Philadelphia suburbs a convenient…
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McKissack & McKissack, Nation’s Oldest Black-Owned Construction Firm, Is All About Legacy and Excellence
McKissack & McKissack, the nation’s oldest Black-owned construction and design firm, has had a presence in Philadelphia since 1994, writes Noah Zucker for BisNow. Originally…
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Washington Square West Restaurant Named to Yelp’s ‘Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S. in 2025’ List
Yelp has released its most recent list of the top 100 places to eat in the U.S., and a Philadelphia restaurant has made its way…
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Philadelphia Eagles Fan Discovers Jacket At Super Bowl Parade With Special Note Attached
While Philadelphia Eagles fan Amy Rannabarger went to the recent Super Bowl parade like many others, she didn’t leave without a special discovery, writes Ariel…
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Nike’s First Jordan Brand World of Flight U.S. Store in Philadelphia Gets Approval
Less than a month after Nike submitted documents to the Philadelphia Historical Commission to propose the first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in…
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Wonder Food Hall, a New Food Delivery Concept, Comes to Newtown Square
The Wonder Group out of New York is bringing 10 food halls to the Philadelphia region, including at Ellis Preserve in Newtown Square, writes Emma…
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Philadelphia’s Rental Affordability Drops, But Remains More Affordable Than Other Big Cities
While Philadelphia remains among the more affordable big cities, it’s been gaining ground for becoming increasingly expensive for average renters, writes Aaron Moselle for WHYY.…
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