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 Relic Named Most Popular Abandoned Building in the World
A couple months ago, unoccupied house insurance experts at Alan Boswell Group released its list of the most famous and popular abandoned buildings across the…
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America’s Time Capsule Nears Burial at Philadelphia’s Independence Mall on July 4
After years of planning and engineering challenges, America’s Time Capsule is nearly ready to be buried at Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park on July 4,…
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Philadelphia Residents Weigh Options for New Intercity Bus Terminal Site
The City has narrowed down its search for a site to build a intercity bus terminal to three options, and local residents were recently in…
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“Remember the Ladies”: 12 Philadelphia Women Who Shaped a Revolution
Everyone knows the story of Betsy Ross and the first American flag, sewn in a small upholstery shop on Arch Street in Old City Philadelphia.…
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Barrack Academy and Perelman Jewish Schools Announce a Merger
The Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy in Bryn Mawr, Delaware County, is merging with Perelman Jewish Day School in Wynnewood. The merger was approved earlier…
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New City Controller Report Reveals Price Tag for Philly’s 250th Birthday Celebrations
Philadelphia will spend $620 million on the nation’s 250th birthday celebrations, which is roughly ten percent of the $6.8 billion budget that was approved for…
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Creating New Crew Tasked With Maintaining City’s Trails
For the first time ever, Philadelphia will soon have a team of individuals tasked with maintaining the city’s many trails, writes Frank Kummer for The…
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WSJ: Why Philadelphia’s $150M Campaign to Revive Avenue of the Arts is a Risky One
Back in mid-January 2026, Philadelphia officially broke ground on its new $150 million Avenue of the Arts 2.0 campaign to revive the one-mile stretch of…
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Reading Terminal Market Set to Undergo Renovations Ahead of Semiquincentennial Celebration
Reading Terminal Market is will be undergoing many renovations as it prepares for an influx of visitors for America’s 250th birthday celebrations, writes Tom Dougherty…
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Philadelphia’s Largest and Oldest Investment Bank to Shift Focus to Wealth Management, Stock Broking
Janney Montgomery Scott LLC, the largest and oldest investment bank in Philadelphia, will soon exit this realm in favor of focusing exclusively on its wealth…
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Philadelphia Again Named Best U.S. City for Street Art By USA Today
Street art means different things to different people in different cities, and Philadelphia has the best street art in the country, according to a panel…
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Philly Gives Wraps Up Second Year, Surpassing $1M in Support for Local Nonprofits
Philly Gives, a community fund campaign was launched in 2024, has surpassed $1.06 million of fundraising for nonprofits providing essential services throughout the Greater Philadelphia…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Best Startup Cities in Nation as Funding Freeze Shows Signs of Thawing
Philadelphia ranks among the top ten best startup cities that have at least 1 million residents, as the funding freeze that has lasted several years…
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New Steakhouse from Atlas Restaurant Group Coming to The Rittenhouse Hotel
Atlas Restaurant Group is set to open its second Philadelphia restaurant, introducing its steakhouse concept The Ruxton at The Rittenhouse Hotel, writes Emma Dooling for…
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Philadelphia Lands in Top 10 of Renters’ Most Wanted Cities List
Philadelphia ranked among the top ten most popular major cities for renters looking for apartments leading up to this year’s peak rental season, writes Michaelle…
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MLB Plans to Invest Millions in Philadelphia Communities for 2026 All-Star Weekend
In 2019, the MLB did something it doesn’t typically do in announcing the host city of its All-Star Game seven years in advance. Knowing that…
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Did You Know Philadelphia Introduced the World to Price Tags?
In the period when bartering and bargaining dominated commerce, determining a clear price for goods was difficult, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. “It was really…
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Denmark’s Alveus Therapeutics Shifts Headquarters to Philadelphia After Securing $197M in New Funding
Following its $197 million Series A round, obesity drug startup Alveus Therapeutics said it will move its headquarters from Copenhagen, Denmark, to Philadelphia, writes John…
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