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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African American Museum in Philadelphia To Honor Black Contributions To Afro Beats & Caribbean Music
In the fourth of a series of events throughout June in celebration of Black Music Month, the African American Museum in Philadelphia will highlight the…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Top 25 Best Cities in the World to Launch a Startup
Philadelphia is among the world’s top 25 cities for its startup ecosystem, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. The ranking comes from the annual Global Startup…
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Philadelphia Gun Violence is Down So Far in 2024, But it’s Unclear Why
Shootings in Philadelphia are down this year so far after the city has seen three consecutive years of record-setting gun violence, write Chris Palmer, Ellie…
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Philadelphia Developers Purchase Two Old City Buildings in Joint Venture
Lubert-Adler Real Estate Funds and Keystone Development and Investment, two Philadelphia developers, are finalizing a deal to purchase two Old City buildings, writes Paul Schwedelson…
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How Philadelphia’s Rodin Museum Became ‘the Little Sister’ of the Musee Rodin in Paris
The Rodin Museum in Philadelphia is the legacy of theater mogul Jules Mastbaum and is modeled by the Musee Rodin in Paris, write Kaleah Mcilwain…
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West Philly’s Juneteenth Parade is One of the Largest in the Nation
On Sunday, June 16, Malcolm X Park in West Philadelphia served as the location of one of the nation’s largest Juneteenth celebrations, writes Vik Raghupathi…
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Community Support Could Secure $200 Million for Trail Development in Greater Philadelphia
More trails to walk, run, ride, and enjoy could be coming to the Greater Philadelphia region soon, thanks to potential landmark funding from the Delaware…
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Philadelphia Gets $3M in Opioid Settlement Funding, 43 Local Nonprofits Awarded
Philadelphia was recently awarded $3 million through the city’s Overdose Prevention and Community Healing Fund, writes the NBC 10 Philadelphia staff. As a result of…
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Why the Founder of Colored Girls Museum Moved From Germantown Home to Ensure Its Continued Existence
Vashti DuBois, founder and executive director of The Colored Girls Museum, had to move from her home to ensure that the museum she created there…
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Recent Drexel University Grad Has Gotten Much Attention for Looking Like Jalen Hurts
Ronnie Gunter is your everyday college student, except his looks has made him quite popular. A TikTok video posted by his girlfriend has gone viral,…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Randy Hayman, Esq. Commissioner and CEO, Philadelphia Water
Randy Hayman, Commissioner and CEO of the Philadelphia Water Department, spoke to PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in St. Louis and being the son of…
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Philadelphia-based Illadelph Glass Launches New Liquor and Vodka Brand
Illadelph Glass, the Philadelphia-based glassware company known for its bong designs, has branched out into the liquor industry and launched a new vodka, writes Kristin…
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Two Locals, Philadelphia’s First Black-Owned Brewery, Is Led By Two Brothers
Brothers Richard and Mengistu Koilor’s journey to opening Philadelphia’s first Black-owned brewery began in 2016 when Richard bought a home-brewing kit and set it up…
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Jason Kelce Muses About Being a Minority Owner of the Eagles
Jason Kelce admits the price would be a little steep, but he’d love to be a Eagles minority owner, a Philadelphia team he’s been a…
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Widener Physical Therapy Professor Receives Fulbright Scholar Award
Widener University’s Kripa Dholakia, an assistant professor in the university’s Institute for Physical Therapy Education, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award to Rwanda…
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Philadelphia Entrepreneur Sarela Herrada Named One of Nation’s ‘Most Intriguing Women Entrepreneurs’
Philadelphia entrepreneur Sarela Herrada found her place on the “Most Intriguing Women Entrepreneurs” in the nation list recently published by Inc., writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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Expert 30-Minute Facials: New York-based Glowbar Opens First Philly Location in Rittenhouse Square
Glowbar, the New York-based facial bar, has opened its first Philadelphia location in Rittenhouse Square. The facial bar provides customized facial treatments for individuals, performed…
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Don’t Miss These Spots to Eat, Drink, and Enjoy in Point Breeze
Dating back to the 1800s, modern-day Point Breeze in South Philadelphia bustles with eateries, shops, and many other local businesses that represent a tapestry of…
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