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Philadelphia public pools: Opening dates for 2025 summer season

More than 60 city pools will open on a rolling basis. Here’s what to know.

3 days ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia City Council just approved Mayor Parker’s signature housing proposal. Here’s what you need to know

The $2 billion plan — the Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative — is rooted in creating and preserving 30,000 units of housing, and is backed by a massive bond.

3 days ago

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During the MOVE bombing in Philadelphia on May 13, 1985, a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter, flown by Philadelphia Police Department aviators, was used to drop an explosive device on the MOVE house.
Community

Editor’s Note: WHYY News uncovers exclusive source and new insight on MOVE bombing 40th anniversary

On that fateful day, a helicopter pilot urged the city, "you don't have to drop the bomb" on MOVE’s West Philly home. His warning went unheard, until now.

2 weeks ago

From left, Krisy Elisii, Glenda Childs, Kate Steck and Lauren Ford, organizers of the seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival, pose for a photo on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Broad Commons Park in Doylestown. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Community

Bucks County Book Festival draws hundreds of readers, authors to main event

The seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival drew crowds with author panels, book signings and a celebration of community, creativity and the joy of reading.

1 month ago

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Urban Planning
Billy Penn

As Philadelphia looks to ‘cap’ Vine Street Expressway, it seeks Chinatown community feedback

The project is hosting pop-up events to share design options for a park that aims to restore and reconnect the neighborhood.

2 months ago

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Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Germantown aims to hit a high note with a jazz festival this weekend

The Philly neighborhood’s historic jazz scene has dwindled over the years. Enthusiasts hope the inaugural three-day event will infuse life back into the community.

2 months ago

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Community
6abc

Neighbors outraged over Nazi flag flying outside of Montgomery County home

Neighbors say they first noticed the flag along Meng Road about two weeks ago and contacted Lower Frederick Township to see if anything could be done.

3 months ago

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Urban Planning

Residents say twice-weekly pickups aren’t fixing Philly’s trash problem

The mayor’s pilot program adding another trash day in Center City and South Philly was meant to reduce litter — but some residents say the problem has only gotten worse.

5 months ago

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Community

Kennett Square rings in the new year by dropping a 700-pound sparkling mushroom

This year marks the 12th iteration of the mushroom drop for the Chester County town.

6 months ago

Tyler Gittelman poses for a picture with the Free Library's Book Bike outside the South Philly branch.
Community
Billy Penn

With Book Bike, Free Library takes reading to the public

Innovative program meets potential readers where they are — in their neighborhoods, at games, etc.

6 months ago

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Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Black Visioning Group celebrates 4th anniversary with art, performances

The collective, which supports Philly’s Black queer and trans communities, is holding an event this weekend.

6 months ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

After protesters removed from chambers, Philly Council votes 12-5 to approve Sixers’ arena proposal

The controversial development is now on track to open in Center City in 2031.

6 months ago

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Mayor Cherelle Parker (Emma Lee/WHYY); the Save Chinatown Coalition (Emily Neil/WHYY); Sen. Andy Kim (AP Photo/Seth Wenig); SEPTA Regional Rail train (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Philly’s biggest and weirdest stories of 2024

From standout political and cultural moments, to off-the-wall antics that could only happen in Philly, we’re talking about the top local news stories of the year.

Air Date: December 19, 2024 12:00 pm

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Sixers arena opponents chant as City Council weighs whether to approve a preliminary bill that would allow a new arena to be built on Market Street.
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Urban Planning

With $60M community benefits agreement, Philly City Council gives initial approval for Sixers arena by a 12-4 vote

The full City Council body is expected to take a second and final vote on the bills on Dec. 19.

6 months ago

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Health

Philly strong: Life lessons from the City of Brotherly Love

We put a spotlight on a few of the people in the Philadelphia area who have found a way to thrive against the odds. We also hear from listeners about finding inner peace.

Air Date: November 21, 2024 12:00 pm

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