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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Independence Mission Schools Names Gianna D’Angelo President and CEO
Independence Mission Schools, a nonprofit network of 14 independent Catholic schools serving 4,000 students in grades Pre-K to 8 from families of all faiths in…
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Taylor Swift Rumor Sends Hundreds to Wayne Restaurant
The rumor mill was working overtime Thursday when a story circulated that Taylor Swift was having dinner Thursday evening in Delaware County. According to WMMR’s…
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50 Years After Playing His Last Game, Overbrook’s Wilt Chamberlain Remains One of Best NBA Players of All Time
Half a century after playing his final NBA game, Overbrook High School alumnus Wilt Chamberlain is still one of the best and most accomplished players,…
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Penn State Great Valley Donors and Students Celebrate Scholarship Philanthropy
Forty donors and students of Penn State Great Valley gathered to celebrate at a scholarship brunch last month. For the past three semesters, 21 donor-funded…
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Striking Writers Shut Down Newtown Square Set of Apple TV’s ‘Sinking Springs’
The impact of the Hollywood writers’ strike hit home this week when workers picketed the “Sinking Spring” set at the Newtown Square Meeting House, writes…
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Sommelier at Philadelphia’s Four Seasons Hotel Restaurant Publishes Book for Wine Lovers
Michele Gargiulo, a sommelier at Jean-Georges, the award-winning restaurant in Philadelphia, has published a new book filled with advice for wine lovers, writes Melissa Jacobs…
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A Philadelphia Union, Subaru Partnership Has Been Good for Us
The Philadelphia Union–Subaru partnership has netted benefits to the environment, local schools, and the community, writes Grant Whittington for Triple Pundit. “When we teamed up…
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Havertown Historian Tells the Philly Baseball Story of Us
If you want to know what a Philadelphia sports fan was like 128 years ago, ask Matt Albertson, writes Dave Uram for KYW Newsradio. “What…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among 20 Cities with Lowest Income Limits for Middle Class
It takes much less to be part of the middle class in Philadelphia than for the majority of the 100 largest U.S. cities, writes Patrick…
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Three Generations of Black Women Educators Talk TV Sitcom Abbott Elementary, Philadelphia Schools
For Philadelphians who come from a family of teachers, the hit workplace TV comedy Abbott Elementary hits very close to home, writes MacKenzie River Foy…
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A Tony Nomination for Villanova Professor James iJames’ ‘Fat Ham’
The Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘Fat Ham’ by Villanova University theater professor James iJames has now earned a Tony Award nomination, Writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc.…
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Philadelphia Nonprofit Starts #Blackphillygradwishlist to Help Soon-to-be Black Doctors
To help Black medical student transition into residency and take some of the financial burdens off of them, the Medical Society of Eastern Pennsylvania has…
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Philadelphia Among Most Active Locations for Renting in Country
Philadelphia ranked among the 15 most active rental markets in the nation as well as the top three in the Northeast for April, writes Alexandra…
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VFTCB Brings Revolutionary Show to Montco; Cast Inhabits Characters and Bodily Creates Scenery
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board and Theater Unspeakable — a Chicago acting troupe under the auspices of Let’s Make History Productions (also from…
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Metro Philadelphia Ranked One of World’s Top Beer Destinations for 2023
Beer, especially craft beer, continues to grow in popularity, and many people are starting to plan their vacations around finding the best destinations where they…
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Titanic Survivor was Namesake of Widener College (Now University)
The sinking of the RMS Titanic 111 years ago on April 15, 1912, left its mark on the ultra-wealthy Widener family here in Philadelphia that…
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Italian Cuisine From Luca’s Cucina Comes to Morton
Authentic Italian cooking arrives in the neighborhoods of Morton Borough today when a new Italian restaurant, Luca’s Cucina, opens for takeout and catering at 29…
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Villanova Student Helps in Suspect Arrest by Giving Police a Lift
Villanova University student Phil Sandor recently gave a Radnor police officer a ride in the middle of a foot pursuit, reports Fox 29. Sandor was…
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