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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West Philadelphia Icon and Former 76ers Champion, Wali Jones, Receives Long-Awaited Mural Tribute
In Philadelphia’s Mantua neighborhood in West Philadelphia, a mural now graces the neighborhood, a tribute to Wali Jones, an NBA player with the Philadelphia 76ers.…
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WSJ: How Center City Architect is Balancing Flexibility and Face Time in the Office
As office attendance is once again slumping nationwide, John Hayes, founder of Philadelphia-based Blackney Hayes Architects, believes the situation has no easy solution, writes Gretchen…
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Flyers Unveil New Uniforms, Introduce Independence Blue Cross As Its First-ever Official Home Jersey Patch Partner
The Philadelphia Flyers have unveiled the team’s new home and road uniforms that boast new design elements and features, including the patch for Independence Blue…
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RiverFest, Free Public Event Organized by Glen Foerd, Promises Fun Saturday Afternoon Filled
RiverFest, a free public event held at Glen Foerd along the Delaware River in Philadelphia this Saturday, will offer visitors an afternoon of fun filled…
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Florida Legislation Causes Organizers of Global Surgical Conference to Move 2027 Conference from Orlando to Philadelphia
Several controversial laws recently signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis have caused the organizers of the Global Surgical Conference and Expo to move their 2027…
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Research of Psychedelic Compounds as Possible Treatments for Depression Rises in Philadelphia, Nationwide
Jason Wallach, a professor at St. Joseph’s University, has been researching psychedelic compounds as possible treatments for depression and other mental illnesses for over a…
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Germantown’s Aging & Diverse Home Healthcare Services Receives $250K Investment from PECO’s Racial Equity Capital Fund
PECO and RockCreek announced that the Racial Equity Capital Fund, funded by Exelon, and the United Bank of Philadelphia have decided to invest $250,000 in…
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Wells Fargo Consolidating Its Office Space in Philadelphia Because of ‘Hybrid Work Schedule’
Wells Fargo Bank is planning to leave its nine floors in the Philadelphia Plaza building at Independence Mall and consolidate its space in Philadelphia at…
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PECO Records Fewest Number of Power Outages for Customers in Company History
Thanks to significant infrastructure investments along with the use of innovative technologies, Center City-based PECO has managed to record the fewest number of power outages…
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House of the Week: Gorgeous Mediterranean in Packer Park with Wonderful City Views
A gorgeous Mediterranean home on a prime corner lot with four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Philadelphia’s Packer…
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Nearly 1,200 WSFS Bank Associates Volunteer Across the Region for Inaugural ‘We Stand for Service Day’
Nearly 1,200 WSFS Bank associates volunteered across the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region on June 14 as part of the bank’s first-ever “We Stand for…
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Visit Philadelphia CEO Angela Val Helping Develop Post-Pandemic Philadelphia
Angela Val took over as CEO of Visit Philadelphia at one of the worst moments for the organization, writes David Murrell for the Philadelphia Magazine.…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Bryan Fenstermaker, President and CEO, City Ave District
President and CEO of City Ave District, Bryan Fenstermaker crisscrossed the country several times before landing in the Philadelphia area. He grew up in Houston…
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See How Philadelphia Ranked Among Cities Where $250,000 Salary Goes Furthest
Philadelphia is in the bottom half among the 76 largest cities in the United States based on how far a $250,000 salary can actually go,…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Allan Domb, President of Allan Domb Real Estate, Former At-Large Member of Philadelphia City Council and Candidate for Mayor
A week before the Primary Election in May, Allan Domb, one of several Democratic candidates running for mayor of Philadelphia, spoke to PHILADELPHIA Today about…
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Penn Likely to Be Top Research Institution for Licensing Revenue, Thanks to Abington Resident
The University of Pennsylvania is likely to once again be on the top among U.S. research institutions for licensing revenue, thanks to COVID-19 vaccines lead…
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Philadelphia Crowned Best City for Street Art by USA Today Readers
Street art might be eye-catching, but it is so much more than that, according to a new ranking by USA TODAY 10Best. It speaks to…
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Wall Street Journal: Interstate 95 Reopened Friday Less Than Two Weeks After Stretch Collapsed
A stretch of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia reopened on Friday less than two weeks after its collapse, writes Joseph De Avila for The Wall Street…
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