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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Appeals Court Agrees with Local School Districts, Allows Taxation of Land Where Billboards Stand
A Pennsylvania appeals court has given the green light to Delaware County school districts to start taxing land used for billboards, writes Harold Brubaker for…
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Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station May Retain Its Iconic Split-Flap Sign
The iconic split-flap sign at the 30th Street Station in Philadelphia could avoid being digitized and may use a new split-flap schedule board instead, writes…
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Flu Spreads Through Region as ‘Numbers Have Just Rocketed Up’
The number of people affected by flu is on the rise in both the Philadelphia area and Pennsylvania as a whole, especially in recent weeks,…
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Last Year’s Steady Stream of Precipitation Brought Record Rainfall to Region
Last year was one for the books, with many towns across the Philadelphia region experiencing record rainfall, writes Frank Kummer for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The…
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Developer Donates Land for Mass-Transit Station Near Marcus Hook
Commercial Development has donated land for the construction of a mass-transit station in the hopes of drawing in projects to the 420-acre former site of…
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Baseball Lifer Mike Scioscia Still Devoted to Delco, Philadelphia
Despite living in California for nearly four decades, Springfield native and baseball lifer Mike Scioscia is still devoted to Delaware County and Philadelphia, writes Frank…
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Radnor-Based Company to Develop Solar Farm to Power City-Owned Buildings in Philadelphia
Radnor-based Community Energy Solar will soon begin work on developing a large solar farm to generate power for city-owned properties in Philadelphia, including City Hall…
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Researchers Aim to Reduce Frightening Number of Area Drivers Using Mobile Devices at the Wheel
A new study by the Travelers Institute has found that three quarters of drivers on Philadelphia-area roads use mobile devices while at the wheel, writes…
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Arts-Focused Charter School Sets Its Sights on Upper Darby
A group looking to open a charter school focused on the arts in the Upper Darby School District is hoping to succeed where others have…
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GQ Names Philadelphia Its City of the Year
GQ, the popular men’s magazine, heaped praise upon Philadelphia in its latest issue, and named the City of Brotherly Love its City of the Year,…
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Harrah’s in Chester Determines Location for Its Sportsbook
Several months after petitioning the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board for approval to begin sports wagering, Harrah’s in Chester has now decided on a location for…
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Once Expelled from Bonner, Drexel Hill Native Has Become Philadelphia’s New Developer-Statesman
Philadelphia seems to have found its new developer-statesman in Brandywine Realty Trust CEO Gerard Sweeney, who is expanding the city through a number of projects,…
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Expert Says Region Has Bones of a Great Transit System, but Could Offer Better Service
In his new book, Trains, Buses, and People: An Opinionated Atlas of U.S. Transit, Christof Spieler compliments the Philadelphia region for having the bones of…
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Here’s What Experts Are Saying the New Year Will Bring in the Housing Market
Experts believe that the slowdown of the hot housing market in Greater Philadelphia will continue into next year, providing home shoppers with some much-needed relief,…
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After Years of Delays, Whole Foods to Finally Open in Newtown Square
After several years of delays that caused a slew of rumors around the empty building, the Whole Foods in The Shoppes at Ellis Preserve in…
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Best Foot Forward: State’s Failed Bid for Amazon’s HQ2 Included $4.6 Billion in Incentives
Pennsylvania was willing to provide Amazon with $4.6 billion in financial incentives to convince the e-commerce giant to bring its HQ2 to the state, writes…
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Produce Junction Refines Its Specialty Selection for Region’s Diverse Population
Produce Junction – the local chain that focuses on fruits, vegetables, and flowers – has been honing its specialty selection for years to serve the…
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Delaware County Home to One of 349 Schools in America to Win National Blue Ribbon
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School in West Chester and Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic School in Media are among this year’s recipients of the prestigious…
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