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 Startup ChompShop Sees Major Surge in Sales After ‘Shark Tank’ Episode Airs
Philadelphia startup ChompShop saw a major surge in sales as the Shark Tank episode that featured the company’s founders aired on November 15, writes Ryan…
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Philadelphia Named Among Top 10 U.S. Cities for Food and Drinks
Great meals are aplenty across the entire United States with supremely talented and gifted chefs gracing just about every major city. Food & Wine has…
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Skee-Ball’s Philadelphia Roots Highlighted in New Documentary
The new award-winning documentary, And the Balls Roll On…, tells the story of Skee-Ball and highlights its Philadelphia roots, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia…
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People Magazine Writer Compiles List of Best Places to Eat If You Had Just 24 Hours in Philadelphia
As someone who grew up in Philadelphia, Regan Stephens is quite familiar with Philly’s dynamic food scene, she writes for People. While it’s impossible to…
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EHS Technologies Lands $73.3M DoD Contract, Plans to Expand Headcount and Office Space
EHS Technologies has been awarded a $73.3 million Department of Defense contract, the largest in its history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Center City Undergoing $1.2B in Real Estate Development Activity, New Report Provides Breakdown
Center City District has released its latest Center City Real Estate Development Report, which provides an overview of the $1.2 billion in development activity taking…
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Langhorne Shop Known for Best Cheesesteaks Outside Philadelphia
Philadelphia may be known for its cheesesteaks, but you don’t have to leave Bucks County to try some of the best in Pennsylvania, writes Graham…
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Savor Every Bite As You Discover Philadelphia’s Best Tasting Menus
For adventurous diners, Philadelphia offers a variety of delicious tasting menu experiences that will have you savoring every bite, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani…
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Aramark, South Philadelphia Sports Complex Food Workers Reach Deal on Tentative New Contract
Aramark and and UNITE HERE Local 274, the union that represents thousands of food service workers in the Philadelphia region, has reach a new tentative…
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Three Philadelphia Chefs, One Bar Receive 2025 James Beard Awards Nominations
Philadelphia’s thriving dining and drinking scene has earned four James Beard Awards nominations for 2025, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Three local chefs…
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This Fishtown Eatery Features Some of the Best New York-Style Pizzas Outside The Big Apple
New York’s dining scene is vast, but one particular element that is often discussed throughout the country is its pizza. For those who crave or…
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House of the Week: Charming Contemporary in Bustleton
A charming contemporary home on a lovely 9,278-square-foot lot with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Bustleton. This…
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Share Your Historic Photos for New Philadelphia Book Project Set for 2026 Release
Hidden City is producing a new book of historic Philadelphia photos and is calling on the public to submit photos that could be included in…
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Giant Expands Philadelphia Region Footprint with New Parkesburg Store
Giant is continuing to expand in the Philadelphia region with a new, 60,000-square-foot grocery shop at the Shoppes of Sadsbury in Parkesburg, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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Meet the Philadelphia Chef Bringing Classic American Cuisine and a ‘Taste of Philly’ to Northern Ireland
Nicole Doyle is a Philadelphia native with Italian American heritage, and that heritage is something she seeks to share with others through food, writes Laura…
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PIDC Unveils Latest Vision for Lower Schuylkill Innovation Campus in University City
For over a decade, the City of Philadelphia has put forth a plan to revitalize the Lower Schuylkill area of Philadelphia, which has long served…
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Could Schuylkill Expressway Tolling Be Solution Toward Funding SEPTA, Easing Congestion?
Following New York City’s successful congestion pricing model, tolls on the Schuylkill Expressway could help fund SEPTA and reduce congestion here, writes Sandy Smith for…
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Church of the Assumption in Spring Garden Faces Imminent Sheriff’s Sale
Philadelphia’s historic Church of the Assumption will be put up for sale by the Sheriff’s Office on April 4, writes Kyle Bagenstose for the Hidden…
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