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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Washington Post: How Philadelphia Stacks Up When It Comes to New Housing Development
Home prices nationwide keep skyrocketing, despite continuous hikes in interest rates by the Federal Reserve, writes Andrew Van Dam for The Washington Post. While the…
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New Online Tool Will Help Residents See the Benefits of the Philly Tree Plan
Last summer, Philadelphia was selected as one of 14 U.S. cities to participate in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s urban heat island mapping project…
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Jefferson Health Launches Primary Care Program for LGBTQIA+ Older Adults
Jefferson Health has launched Pride at the Jefferson Center for Healthy Aging, a program dedicated to caring for Philadelphia’s aging LGBTQIA+ community. This program is…
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Brandywine Realty Trust CEO Has High Optimism for the Firm Despite Market Challenges
Despite Brandywine Realty Trust having to put future buildings on hold for the time being, CEO Jerry Sweeney has confidence that the firm is well-positioned,…
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Republic First Bancorp Expected to Have $35 Million Investment Deal Closed by End of February 2024
In October, an investment group led by South Jersey power broker George Norcross, his brother and Parker McKay CEO Philip Norcross, and former TD Bank…
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Germantown Native Kristen Clark Strives to Elevate Community Through Dance, Art
Kristen Clark is a lifelong dancer and strives to elevate her Germantown community through her talents, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Clark co-owns The Kinesics…
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Philadelphia-based Nonprofit, Sharing Excess, Teams Up with YouTube Star MrBeast to Expand Its Food-Rescue Program to NYC
Philadelphia-based Sharing Excess, the homegrown food-rescue organization run primarily by college students and recent graduates, teamed up with YouTube star MrBeast to expand its wholesale…
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Smart Security and the Rise of Remote Monitoring in Philadelphia
In the Philadelphia region, an increased emphasis on remote monitoring is reshaping how businesses approach security. As more companies adopt flexible work arrangements, the need…
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Philadelphia Has Seen Much Fewer Speeding Violations Since Installing Ticketing Cameras Along Roosevelt Boulevard
In 2018, Philadelphia approved Automated Speed Enforcement Program cameras alongside Roosevelt Boulevard and in work zones, and five years later the program has proved effective,…
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Sylvester Stallone Visits Philadelphia to Celebrate Philly’s First-Ever Rocky Day
From now on, December 3 will be officially designated as “Rocky Day” in Philadelphia. The date marks the day the original Rocky film was released…
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As Philly Appoints North Wales Man Kevin Bethel as Its New Police Commissioner, Suburban Police Chiefs Express Hope
When Philadelphia Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker appointed North Wales’s Kevin Bethel as the new Philadelphia Police Commissioner, many suburban police chiefs expressed hope at the news,…
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Another Philadelphia Rite Aid Set to Close Amid Bankruptcy
Rite Aid has announced that it is will soon close 31 more stores, and one of which is located in Philadelphia, writes 6abc. The recent…
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Kelbourne Woolens Opens New Storefront in Mount Airy
Yarn and threads distributor, Kelbourne Woolens, has been wholesaling for 15 years, but just recently celebrated the grand opening of a new retail shop in…
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U.S. Mint in Philadelphia Hosts Ceremonial Strike For New Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coin
The U.S. Mint in Philadelphia recently hosted a ceremonial strike for the 2024 Harriet Tubman commemorative coin, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. The coin…
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WSJ: As Inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament Reaches the Quarterfinals, Two Broadcasters With Philly Roots Collaborate
During the offseason, it was announced that the NBA would be introducing its first-ever In-Season Tournament, and the turn to December means the start of…
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Fairmount Park is Home to a Japanese Oasis
Among the many Colonial and Federal-style mansions in Fairmount Park, there is a hidden architectural gem that even many longtime locals do not know exists,…
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The LED Lights at Philadelphia’s Boathouse Row Will Remain Dark Through Early 2024
The bright LED lights that have illuminated Boathouse Row in Philadelphia since 2005 will remain dark for longer than anticipated, writes John Paul Titlow for…
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Making a Difference: The IBX Blue Crew’s Impact on the Philadelphia Region
Independence Blue Cross’s corporate volunteer program, the Blue Crew, is comprised of passionate associates who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where…
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