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Icarus Cup brings a festival of soccer fashion and culture to Philly this weekend

This year, 80 teams will be competing in the Icarus Cup alongside live music, food, and drinks at Drexel University.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia police say Kingsessing mass shooting suspect was ‘shooting aimlessly’; Krasner, Kenney call for stricter gun legislation

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney, District Attorney Larry Krasner, and Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw expressed outrage and disgust about the tragedy.

2 years ago

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Photos: Parade performers, spectators bid America ‘happy birthday’ in Philadelphia on Fourth of July

Philadelphia is called the Cradle of Liberty — and invites everyone to experience its history on Independence Day.

2 years ago

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Glenside Fourth of July parade celebrates its 120th year — one of the longest running in the Philly region

Glenside, which lies within Cheltenham and Abington townships in Montgomery County, has dubbed itself as the “July Fourth capital of the East and beyond.”

2 years ago

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Cyclists end 700-mile commemorative journey at Independence Mall

Cyclists from the September 11th National Memorial Trail Alliance ended the 700-mile trek in Philadelphia on Monday.

2 years ago

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Chester County launches program to transport people to court appointments, recovery services

Chester County identified transportation as a major barrier to community members getting to problem-solving court appointments and recovery services.

2 years ago

Evidence markers litter the scene of a mass shooting in Philly on July 3, 2023.
Crime
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Philadelphia
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Names released of 5 people killed in Philadelphia mass shooting; sources ID suspect

The people killed range in age from 15 to 59. Two children were shot and wounded.

2 years ago

A scale replica of the construction of Carpenters' Hall is on display within the main room.
Community Events
History
Philadelphia

A ‘uniquely Philadelphia place’: Carpenters’ Hall reopens to the public following preservation project, fire

Carpenters’ Hall is now open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Admission is free.

2 years ago

Dancers wait outside Memories in Margate for what could be a final dance at the Jersey Shore club
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New Jersey
Philadelphia

‘Yon Teens’ say goodbye to Memories in Margate, and remember former owner Jerry Blavat

The Jersey Shore institution for more than a half-century seems doomed to the wrecking ball after the death of its owner Jerry Blavat.

2 years ago

A performer is seen on the phone screen of a spectator of Philly's Wawa Welcome America July 4th concert
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Public Safety

‘Put the guns down’: Philly officials warn against using gunfire to celebrate Fourth of July

Last year, two police officers were grazed by bullets apparently fired into the air after the annual Fourth of July concert on the Parkway.

2 years ago

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Government Accountability
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The wait for U.S. passports is creating travel purgatory and snarling summer plans

A much-feared backup of U.S passport applications has smashed into a wall of government bureaucracy as worldwide travel rebounds toward record pre-pandemic levels.

2 years ago

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Climate change keeps making wildfires and smoke worse. Scientists call it the ‘new abnormal’

As smoky as the summer has been so far, scientists say it will likely be worse in future years because of climate change.

2 years ago

Members of the Daniels drag family pose for a photograph
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LGBTQ

Drag queens are out, proud and loud in a string of coal towns, from a bingo hall to blue-collar bars

In red communities across America, lawmakers are pushing to restrict drag performances and, in some cases, broader trans and gay rights.

2 years ago

Skateborarder in mid-air at Love Park.
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Philadelphia
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Billy Penn

‘Your Move’ art removal and MSB makeover could spell the end for Philly’s rich history of plaza-style street skating

Thomas Paine Plaza’s makeover is a big blow to the local skateboarding community, skaters say.

2 years ago

People standing outside a storefront for Restore.
Business
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Marijuana sales in Philly: 5 years after medical dispensaries first opened, what’s next?

As Harrisburg looks increasingly likely to legalize recreational adult use, City Council is moving to limit where it could be sold.

2 years ago

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