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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Sylvester Stallone is Set to Film a New Movie in Philadelphia This Summer
Sylvester Stallone has become synonymous with the city of Philadelphia since filming the first Rocky film in 1976. After filming numerous additional sequels in the…
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House of the Week: Magnificent Townhouse in Rittenhouse Square
A magnificent townhouse with five bedrooms and three full and three half bathrooms is available for sale in Rittenhouse Square. This stunning home is one…
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Introducing the Jawnt Pass: A New Transit Payment Method Launches in Philadelphia
Jawnt, the Philadelphia-based tech startup, has launched a new transit payment method called the Jawnt Pass, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL Inno. The Jawnt Pass…
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House of the Week: Lovely New Condominium in Pennsport
A lovely new construction apartment with an open floor plan with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Pennsport.…
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Legendary Philly Basketball Coach Speedy Morris Remains Involved In the Sport, Despite Battle With Parkinson’s
Speedy Morris is one of the greatest basketball coaches in Philadelphia history, but in 2017, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, writes Alex Coffey for The…
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A Montgomery County Native Is the Barber for Sports Stars, Including Travis Kelce
Pat Regan grew up in Rockledge and graduated from La Salle College High School, but these days he is living a glitzier life as the…
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PNC Bank Plans To Open 100 New Locations, 2 in Philadelphia, With New $1 Billion Investment
PNC Bank recently announced that it is investing $1 billion to open more than 100 new locations — including two in the Philadelphia region —…
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Philadelphia Marketer Janesha Moore To Launch Program To Help Diverse Creators Make Their Mark
Janesha Moore, who has earned more than $100,000 through affiliate marketing programs on Amazon and LTK, is preparing to launch a program that will help…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Joe Watson, Former Philadelphia Flyers Defenseman
Joe Watson, the former defenseman for the Philadelphia Flyers who lives in Media with his wife Jamie, spoke to PHILADELPHIA Today about his childhood in…
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Homeowners in the Philadelphia Area Stay in Their Homes Longer Than Most Other Cities
Homeowners in the Philadelphia metropolitan area are staying in their homes longer than in most other cities and the country as a whole, writes Michaelle…
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WSJ: Donald Trump Unveils New $399 High Tops During Visit To Philadelphia’s Sneaker Con
Donald Trump has put his name on several different items and merchandise over the years, from vodka to ties and skyscrapers. But most recently, he…
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These Are Some of the Notable New Restaurants That Have Opened in Philadelphia Recently
Many new dining and drinking establishments opened in Philadelphia in the last three months, some of them costing upward of $10 million, writes Michael Klein…
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2024 Marks 60 Years Since The Beatles’ First Arrival to the United States, Philadelphia
This year marks the 60th anniversary of the first time that The Beatles first arrived at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York, marking the…
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Widener University Honors Student Winners of the 13th Annual High School Leadership Awards
Widener University, in partnership with NBC10 and Telemundo62, announced the winners of the 13th annual Widener University High School Leadership Awards. The awards recognize high…
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Kensington Nonprofit, Sunday Love Project, Combats Food Insecurity Throughout Philadelphia
The Sunday Love Project, a nonprofit based in Kensington, runs a free grocery store that aims to combat the alarming statistics facing Philadelphia, writes Courtenay…
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Nike To Open First Jordan Brand World of Flight U.S. Store in Center City
Nike is planning to open its first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight Store in Center City, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. The…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Dr. Michael Mittelman, President, Salus University
Dr. Michael H. Mittelman, president of Elkins Park-based Salus University, spoke to PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Long Island, where he rode his bike…
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Philadelphia-based Veterinarian Staffing Agency, IndeVets, Seeks International Expansion
IndeVets, a Philadelphia tech-enabled veterinarian staffing agency, is looking for further expansion after growing its reach from nine states to 34 states in the last…
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