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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Baltimore-Based Food Startup SIMPLi Moves Headquarters to Philadelphia
SIMPLi, the sustainable food startup born in Baltimore, has moved its headquarters to Philadelphia with eyes toward further expansion, writes Ryan Mulligan for PHL Inno.…
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Philadelphia Food Champions Honored At City’s First-Ever Award Show, ‘The Tasties’
Chef Eli Kulp has been a Philadelphia resident for more than decade and has become a star in the city’s flourishing dining scene. As a…
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Meet Lincoln, the Bald Eagle Who Has Become a Staple at Philadelphia Eagles Home Games
Lincoln, a bald eagle from the American Eagle Foundation in Tennessee, has become a fan favorite among Philadelphia Eagles supporters, writes Angel Saunders for People.…
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‘Ready to Love,’ Reality Dating Series for Black Singles, Comes to Philadelphia
Ready to Love, the reality dating series on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), is coming to Philadelphia for its 10th season, writes Lauren Coates for…
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These Restaurants and Bars Make Philadelphia Magazine’s ‘Best of Philly’ List for Their Food and Drinks
Philadelphia Magazine has released the 50th iteration of its “Best of Philly” list, and many Philadelphia eateries have been selected as some of the best…
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Stunning Equestrian Estate Hits Market in Furlong
Located in the heart of historic Bucks County in Furlong, Fieldstone Farm is a stunning equestrian estate that seamlessly combines 18th-century craftsmanship with modern luxury,…
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Coast Guard Says Progress Has Been Made to Make Sure SS United States Leaves Philly Waters Safely
The Coast Guard has confirmed that progress has been made to ensure the SS United States can safely leave Philadelphia waters after months of delays,…
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Philadelphia Seeing Lowest Population Growth in Region in Recent Years
Pennsylvania has recorded a modest population increase in recent years, with most of the growth concentrated in the Southeast, though less so in Philadelphia itself,…
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With Over $1B in Developments, Center City Sees ‘Residential Boom,’ Turns Into Mixed-Use Ecosystem
With more than $1 billion in developments, Philadelphia is enjoying a “residential boom,” notes a new Center City District report, according to a staff report…
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House of the Week: Lovely Modern Farmhouse in Bustleton
A lovely modern farmhouse set on 0.51 attractive acres with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Bustleton. This…
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WSJ: Philadelphia Whole Foods Workers Vote to Organize, Becoming Grocer’s Only Unionized Location
Workers at a Whole Foods Market in Philadelphia have voted to unionize under UFCW, making it the grocer’s first unionized location in decades, writes Roshan…
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Philadelphia School District Wants to Bring More Diversity to the Teaching Ranks
The School District of Philadelphia is aiming to generate more interest among students of color to get into teaching, writes Vik Raghupathi for KYW Newsradio.…
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Here Are Some of the Philadelphia Restaurants Reinventing the City’s Dining Experience
Philadelphia’s dining scene is filled with culinary visionaries that makes it one of the best in the nation for how it reinvents the experience, write…











































