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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Previously Unknown Chapter of David Bowie’s Philadelphia Music History Discovered in Estate Sale
Previously unheard David Bowie performances, recorded nearly 50 years ago at Philadelphia’s famed Sigma Sound Studios, were recently discovered in an estate sale, writes Dan…
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House of the Week: Beautiful Three-Unit Traditional in Cedar Park
A beautiful three-unit traditional home with six bedrooms and three full bathrooms is available for sale in Cedar Park. This charming corner property with a…
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Zillow Ranks Greater Philadelphia Among Top Five Housing Markets for 2025
Greater Philadelphia ranked on Zillow’s top 5 housing markets for 2025, coming in fifth among the nation’s 50 most populous metro areas, writes Michaelle Bond…
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Wonder Food Hall to Open 2 Philadelphia Locations Later This Year
Wonder Food Hall, the multi-billion dollar food delivery platform, is planning to open two Philadelphia locations in 2025, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Founded by…
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How Local Media in Philadelphia Builds Brand Awareness and Strengthens Community Connections
In today’s digital-forward life, where tweets can go viral in minutes, and Instagram reels rake in millions of views, it’s easy to overlook the power…
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Rental Prices Are Going Up Regionally, But Philadelphia One-Bedroom Rentals Are Cheaper
If you are trying to rent a place in Philadelphia, you’ll likely get some cost relief, but trying to do the same in most other…
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This Philadelphia Sports Fan Can Tell You Just How Infrequently His Hometown Teams Win Championships
Northeast Philadelphia native Tom Holland has been a Philadelphia sports fan for several decades, but the amount of championships he’s been able to witness in…
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Calder Gardens Starts Year with Bang, Announces September Opening and New Leader
Calder Gardens is ringing in the year with two major announcements: a mid-September grand opening and the hiring of a new senior director of programs,…
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U.S. Department of Transportation Awards Philadelphia with Nearly $37M for Two Local Projects
Philadelphia has been selected to receive nearly $37 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation for two local projects, reports Metro Philadelphia.…
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This Philadelphia Design Company Uses Only Natural and Plant-Based Fibers with Focus on Sustainability
Kimberly McGlonn, the creator of Philadelphia-based fashion house NOOR by Grant Blvd, focuses on sustainability as a business imperative, writes Susan Phillips for WHYY. At…
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Philadelphia School District’s Tony Watlington Named 2025 Superintendent of the Year
Philadelphia School District Superintendent Tony Watlington Sr. is being honored by the District Administration Leadership Institute as the 2025 Superintendent of the Year, writes Chanel…
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Casual French Brasserie La Grange Coming to Prickett Preserve in Lower Makefield
La Grange, a casual French Brasserie, is coming to Lower Makefield Township in March, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Father-and-son restaurateurs Vincent and Marc…
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Chef-Owner of Pennsylvania Dutch Cuisine Restaurant in Philadelphia Shares His Version of Pennsylvania Dutch Stew
The classic Pennsylvania Dutch stew Schnitz un Knepp, once seen as a symbol of poverty, has evolved into a dish of regional pride, writes Kara…
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Curtis Institute of Music Wins Bid for Art Alliance Building
The Curtis Institute of Music will take ownership of the Art Alliance building after outbidding Temple University for the property that was previously owned by…
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Vaughan McLean Litigation Boutique Partners with Richard Cohen-Led Team to Form New Philly Law Firm
The Vaughan McLean litigation boutique has partnered with a team that is led by Richard Cohen, the founder of Goldberg Segalla, to create Cohen Vaughan,…
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A 1965 Martin Luther King, Jr. Speech Outside Girard College Resonates With This Philadelphia Family
Learley and Curtis McAllister were 12 and 9 years old, respectively, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave a speech outside of Girard College in…
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IBX Associates Collect More Than 2,000 Pounds of Food for Local Pantries
Independence Blue Cross associates collected more than 2,000 pounds of food in support of five local food pantries, one for each county in southeastern Pennsylvania. Part…
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Two Philadelphia Hotels Receive Michelin Guide Honors As Among Best in the U.S.
The MICHELIN Guide announced top honors for top U.S. hotels in 2024, and two Philadelphia hotels were named to the list, according to the MICHELIN…
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