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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Philadelphia Native Herbert J. Siegel, Pioneer in the Entertainment Industry, Passes at 95
Philadelphia native Herbert J. Siegel, the billionaire entertainment-industry mogul who enabled the merger of Warner Communications and Time Inc. and sold ten television stations to…
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Philadelphia Artist Uses His Talent to Represent Asian Culture in City’s Murals
Chenlin Cai, a Philadelphia artist, is using his talent to make sure that Asian culture is better reflected in the city’s many murals, writes TaRhonda…
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Two Center City Taverns Among Esquire’s 2023 Best Bars in America
Two popular Center City spots have found their place on Esquire magazine’s list of the best bars in America for 2023. Andra Hem, which is…
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Sixers Release New Renderings of Proposed Arena with Additional Project Details
Earlier this week, the Sixers released new renderings with additional project details of the proposed Center City arena on East Market Street in Philadelphia, writes…
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Drop in Popularity of Her Name Makes Philadelphia Teen a Rare Young Members of L.I.N.D.A. Club
Due to a huge drop in the use of the once mega-popular name, seventeen-year-old Linda Jack of Philadelphia is one of the rare young members…
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Growing Philadelphia Granola Brand Looking to Catapult to Next Level
Philadelphia-based OT Foods, a granola brand that grew 55 percent last year, is hoping to take things to the next level with a possible major…
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Hearings Regarding Roosevelt Boulevard Subway to Take Place Following I-95 Collapse
Following the collapse of a part of I-95, officials from Philadelphia are looking back at plans for a long-proposed subway line. Asha Prihar wrote about…
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Philadelphia Brew Scene Tops Four USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Beer Categories
The Philadelphia beer scene had a great showing in this year’s USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, with the city topping four different categories, writes…
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How Local Businesses Are Reimagining Communication to Bridge the Modern ‘Office Divide’
In today’s business world, the shift toward virtual meetings has become more evident than ever. As COVID-19 reshaped our daily lives, one unexpected positive development…
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Treasure Hunters Take on FBI in Pennsylvania’s Civil War Gold Case
Three treasure hunters believe that a huge batch of lost Civil War-era gold has been found in Pennsylvania and clandestinely taken by the government, writes…
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New Mural Will Help Increase Visibility of Holocaust Memorial Plaza in Philadelphia
The extensive Holocaust memorial at 16th and Arch in Center City tells the story of one of the worst chapters in human history, those who…
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Manor College’s Practical Nursing Program Ready to Aid in Nursing Shortage
A nursing shortage continues to be a challenge for healthcare organizations across the country and in the greater Philadelphia area. Manor College has served as…
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Philadelphia Solar Project in Gettysburg to Power City Buildings, Nears Completion
Work on a large solar project on farmland 100 miles away from Philadelphia began five years ago under Mayor Jim Kenney is around halfway done…
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Rare Wilt Chamberlain Lakers Jersey From NBA Finals Up For Auction
A Los Angeles Lakers jersey worn by Philadelphia’s Wilt Chamberlain in the 1972 NBA finals is being auctioned by Sotheby’s. Wilt Chamberlain’s Philadelphia experience began…
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After Landing Retired NFL Superstar Randy Moss as Investor, Owners of Chick-A-Boom Make Big Plans for Future
With retired NFL superstar Randy Moss on board as an investor, the local fast-casual chicken eatery Chick-A-Boom has major plans for the future, writes Mikyhial…
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S&T CRA Specialist Uses Home Ownership Program to Help Community Thrive
“My favorite part of helping a client through the home buying process is seeing the smile on their face during settlement day.” This is the…
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Philadelphia Avoids Making Top 15 Worst Run Cities in America
Philadelphia narrowly avoided ranking among the top fifteen worst-run cities in America, according to a recently released ranking by Stacker. Stacker compiled the list of…
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Phoenixville Native Uses Drone to Scan Philadelphia’s Hidden Beauty
Chris Hytha, a 26-year-old Phoenixville native who now lives in Philadelphia’s Mantua neighborhood, fell in love with the Philadelphia skyline in middle school during a…
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