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Here are all the details for the 2025 Marathon Weekend in Philly
What the road closures will look like Friday and Saturday. When everything starts. Where to watch runners.
1 month ago
Thanksgiving in Philadelphia: How to get free food or help with donations
Even with SNAP benefits restored, some Philly families will struggle to afford a Thanksgiving dinner.
1 month ago
Final resting place set for the historic SS United States to become an artificial reef off Florida
It has spent most of this year at the Port of Mobile in Alabama, being scoured to remove chemicals, wiring, plastic and glass.
1 month ago
Young siblings among 3 dead after house fire in Philadelphia’s Hunting Park section, mother says
Officials said the fire broke out around 1 a.m. on Tuesday in the 3400 block of Hope Street, and that a 45-year-old woman, a 6-year-old girl and a 5-year-old boy died.
1 month ago
For those still out of the loop, here is what ‘6-7’ means
Though the phrase, which comes from a song by Philadelphia rapper Skrilla, may not have one specific meaning, its widespread use in youth culture is unmatched.
1 month ago
Philadelphia Archdiocese relegates St. Hedwig Church in Chester to nonreligious use
The church, founded in 1902, can now be used for nonreligious purposes that are still considered appropriate by the Catholic Church.
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Listen 0:49Which Philly restaurants will earn a Michelin star? We’ll find out next week
Philly will host the Michelin Guide’s event next Tuesday, which will unveil winners here and in NYC, Boston and Chicago.
1 month ago
Liberty Bell will reopen Thursday, flight disruptions may continue: Philly shutdown updates
The 43-day government shutdown ended yesterday. We looked into how and when services like national park access will resume.
2 months ago
Starbucks workers kick off strike in Philadelphia, other U.S. cities on company’s busy Red Cup Day
Starbucks Workers United says the walkout will impact stores in 45 cities, including New York, Philadelphia, Minneapolis and Dallas.
2 months ago
Herr’s wants Philly to pick the chip flavors of 2026 with ‘Taste the 250’ contest
The Chester County-based company has opened voting to pick the flavors that will represent “freedom, liberty and unity” on store shelves during 2026’s summer celebrations.
2 months ago
Claire Gunnison served for a decade in the Navy. Now she is working to improve the quality of life of Philadelphians around the city.
2 months ago
Veterans Day: Life after military service
Around 200,000 military service members transition out of active-duty service every year. On this Veterans Day, we hear from local heroes sharing stories of coming home.
Air Date: November 11, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:12Philadelphia veterans find community at Operation Mud
A class at Philadelphia’s Clay Studio connects veterans through creating art.
2 months ago
Packed cars, cancellations and delay headaches: Regional Rail riders should brace for a rough week
SEPA announced it would curtail service further to reach a Nov. 14 deadline on safety checks.
2 months ago
‘Being together is medicine’: West Philly’s Peoplehood Parade marks 25th anniversary milestone
The parade and pageant is a West Philadelphia tradition, featuring participatory theater, handmade puppets and music and dance performances highlighting a number of causes.
2 months ago
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