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 Street Artists Install Bus-Tracking Signs Across City, Aim to Make SEPTA More Accessible
While walking the streets of Philadelphia, you may notice new aluminum signs that indicate estimated bus arrival times. The signs are the work of “Bus…
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House of the Week: Gorgeous Traditional in Fairmount
A gorgeous traditional home with four bedrooms and three bathrooms is available for sale in Fairmount. This remarkable residence is a rare historic 22-foot-wide brownstone…
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Oyster House in Philadelphia Earns 2026 America’s Classics Award By James Beard Foundation
Oyster House in Philadelphia has been named one of more than 100 recipients of the 2026 America’s Classics Award by the James Beard Foundation, writes…
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Radnor Investors Seek $15M for Spread Bagelry Expansion
Spread Bagelry is raising $15 million so it can open up to 18 new stores over two years in the region, writes Emma Dooling for…
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Several Bucks County Towns Make Big Strides Up Wealth Rankings
Several Bucks County municipalities have climbed the top 50 list in a regional income analysis, with some towns now staking a claim to the “Big…
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Philadelphia Opens New LGBTQ+ Visitor Center, Creating New Safe Space for the Community
Philadelphia has opened a new LGBTQ+ visitor center, officially called the Philly Pride Visitor Center, right in the heart of Philadelphia’s Gayborhood, write Miguel Martinez-Valle…
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JFK’s Assassination Has Led to Decades of Conspiracy Theories, Including From Former Philly Lawyer
Since President John F. Kennedy was assassinated on Nov. 22, 1963, many have questioned that legitimacy of the Warren Commission’s investigation and subsequent report. Among…
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Chase to Open Philadelphia-Area Branches as Part of Expansion, Including Three in Chester County
As part of its nationwide expansion strategy, Chase Bank will open 14 new branches in Greater Philadelphia this year, including three that are planned for Chester County, writes Jeff…
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How Much of America’s Founding Was Fueled By Booze? Turns Out, A Lot
Drinking played a rather heavy role in the founding of America 250 years ago, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Outside Independence Hall, the…
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As Black History Month Closes, Deb Spence’s LevelFlat.org Stands As a Living Example of Chasing Your Dreams
Black History Month is not just about looking back. It is about looking around — at the people in our communities who are building something…
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2 Philadelphia Eateries Ranked Among Top 100 Independent Restaurants in America
Restaurant Business recently released its most recent top 100 list of the nation’s top-grossing independent restaurants and two Philadelphia eateries made the list, writes Mike…
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Philadelphia Boasts One of the Nation’s Strongest Economies
Philadelphia’s economy is currently ranked as one of the nation’s strongest for the first time in generations, writes Mark Zandi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The city boasted…
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Fueling Your Business Story with Commercial Banking Services
As a business owner, you know that growth isn’t just a goal — it’s a journey. Whether you’re launching a new idea, scaling operations, or…
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Shapiro Administration Invests $3.1M in State Funding to Upcoming Philadelphia Sporting Events
Pennsylvania and the administration of Governor Josh Shapiro is investing nearly $5 million to support the state’s upcoming sporting events, including $3.1 million to Philadelphia’s,…
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Southwest Philadelphia-Raised Poet and Writer Raina J. León Named New Philadelphia Poet Laureate
Raina J. León, a Black, Afro Boricuan poet and writer raised in Southwest Philadelphia, has been named the city’s new poet laureate, writes Michelle Myers…
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This Black History Month, Get to Know Some of Philadelphia’s Black Founding Fathers
During the colonial-era United States, a number of Black leaders were fighting for the freedoms they were being denied. While the names George Washington and…
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An Update On Historic SS United States’ Future One Year After Leaving South Philadelphia
It has been about a year since the SS United States moved from its home in South Philadelphia for nearly three decades, writes Alexandra Simon…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Keith Sterling, CEO, Habitat for Humanity MontDelco
Keith Sterling, CEO of Habitat for Humanity MontDelco, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about how he came out of retirement during the quarantine: What started with…
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