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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Fishtown Man Schools Neighbors With Humorous Fish-Fact Posters
Niall Paredes, a 32-year-old Fishtown resident, has been teaching his neighbors about fish with fun fish-fact posters placed around the neighborhood, writes Dana Munro for…
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Exol’s Lease at Morrisville’s South Penn Logistics Center Biggest Industrial Deal in Years
Exol, an automated fulfillment company based in Menlo Park, California, has leased the entire 973,200-square-foot South Penn Logistics Center in Morrisville, which is one of…
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Owner of Popular Fishtown Pizzeria Set to Bring Philly-Style Pizza to London With New Restaurant, Bar Etna
Joe Beddia, the owner of Pizzeria Beddia in Fishtown, is taking his renowned pies across the Atlantic with a new London restaurant called Bar Etna,…
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Meet the Urban Planner and Architect Who Transformed Philadelphia Into the City We Know Today
While William Penn is widely regarded as the founder and namesake of Pennsylvania, less people know about the man he inspired, who would later become…
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Could Abington’s Josh Shapiro Accept a Presidential Nomination in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia’s bid to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention is fueling speculation about a possible presidential moment for Abington’s Josh Shapiro, according to Axios. If…
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Insomnia Cookies Now Open at Philadelphia International Airport
Whether you’re hanging at the airport waiting for a flight to come in or leave, need to nurse a sweet tooth on arrival, or if…
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Philadelphia Launches City’s Largest Community Art Project
Philadelphia recently launched its largest community art project centered around printmaking and the Declaration of Independence, writes Nikki DeMentri for CBS News Philadelphia. The project,…
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In Colonial Philadelphia, Catholics Found Rare Haven for Public Worship
For years, Catholics across the Mid-Atlantic were often subject to legal limits and social distrust during the colonial era, but Pennsylvania provided an extraordinary exception…
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Grocery Outlet Closing 36 U.S. Stores, Including Two in Philadelphia
Grocery Outlet has announced that it is closing 36 underperforming stores nationwide, which is set to impact two Philadelphia locations, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice.…
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Philadelphia Tops Major U.S. Cities for Closest Average Bus Stop Distance
Philadelphia ranked first in the nation for closest bus stops, according to a new analysis by the Works in Progress transit blog, writes Mike D’Onofrio…
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The Stoop Pigeon, Philadelphia’s Newest Women’s Sports Hub, Set to Open in June
A new women’s sports hub is set to open in Philadelphia in June, just in time for the FIFA World Cup, writes Nick Kariuki for…
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Philadelphia Ranked Most Popular City in Northeast for Apartment Renter Interest
Philadelphia topped the list of cities in the Northeast for interest from apartment renters during the first half of the year, write Joanne Drilling and…
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Philadelphia’s Wealthiest ZIP Codes Continue to Be Concentrated Around Center City
The greatest wealth in the Philadelphia region still remains concentrated around Center City, as affluent urban ZIP codes dominate the list of the area’s wealthiest…
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Manor College Student Proving Strength Wasn’t Meant to Be Silent
Wearing a highlighter-pink Reebok shirt and stylish ripped jeans that match an ear-to-ear smile, Cheyann Velez stands in stark contrast to the grim, harsh journey…
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Penn Community Bank Releases 2025 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank has released its 2025 Impact Report, an annual publication detailing the institution’s community investment and continued commitment to relationship-driven banking across the region.…
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Philadelphia Union Ups Marketing During 2026 World Cup Momentum
There will be more money in the Philadelphia Union marketing budget this year to take advantage of Philadelphia’s role hosting the FIFA World Cup, writes…
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Metropolitan Bakery Ownership Changing Hands, Merzbacher’s Set to Take Over Operations
For the first time since opening its doors in 1993, Metropolitan Bakery will be under new ownership, writes Julia Binswanger for Billy Penn at WHYY.…
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Fairmount Native Sheinelle Jones Talks Journey From Good Day Philadelphia to the Today Show
Sheinelle Jones was born in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood and grew up in Kansas before eventually returning to hometown for several years back in 2005, writes…
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