Philadelphia
West Philadelphia man shares his journey from poverty to Wall Street in bestselling book
Robinson, who now owns a real-estate business in Philadelphia, said his story is an example of “community-made” success.
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Listen 2:16Before Stonewall, there was Philly: How the city shaped LGBTQ+ rights
Philly was the spot of the nation’s first “annual reminder demonstration” – where LGBTQ rights advocates stood in support of the community at Independence Hall.
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Tuckahoe Turf Farms in Hammontown, N.J. has worked with FIFA and university scientists for years to bring the perfect field for this summer’s soccer.
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Philly’s Haitian community welcomes the rest of the diaspora ahead of World Cup game against Brazil
The Caribbean nation is an underdog, but that isn’t stopping Haitians celebrating the Grenadier’s return to the tournament after 52 years.
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A unanimous appeals court panel ruled Philadelphia lacks authority to control exhibits at the Independence Mall site.
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The founding of Pennsylvania and the legacy of the Pa. Constitution
What made Pennsylvania's first ever constitution so radical that it only lasted 14 years? And how did such a short lived document have such a long lasting impact?
Air Date: June 18, 2026
Listen 51:16Philadelphia had its 3rd-warmest spring on record. A hotter-than-normal summer could be coming
Amid a backdrop of steadily rising temperatures, the city's average from March through May tied a record set in 1921.
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A summer camp of singing and dancing is the first run-through of the ballet building’s community accessibility.
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SEPTA, transit police reach tentative deal on new contract to avoid strike during World Cup
Transit police officers have been working without a contract since March 31. Members of FOTP Lodge 109 will vote to ratify the contract.
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PPA says 181 tickets were canceled after being issued in error to residents with valid parking permits.
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Listen 1:03The case for a throwback summer
Remember when "going outside" was the only summer plan? From the snacks, to hangouts, to one-hit wonders that defined summer, we're throwing it back to simpler low-tech times.
Air Date: June 17, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13After 2 centuries, this historic Mt. Airy home may be demolished
The city recently determined that the Leibert House is “imminently dangerous.” It’s unclear if its owners will move to repair the property.
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Listen 1:13Einstein Nurses United members say they want the hospital to commit to safer staffing levels, stable benefits and other upgrades in a new contract.
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Beyond the borders of Midtown Village: An afternoon out in the Gayborhood
A view of the neighborhood reveals a uniquely Philly character steeped in civic and community anchors.
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‘A beacon of love and creativity’: Artist Danny Simmons has died
The artist, poet and community leader founded Def Poetry Jam before leaving NYC to launch Rush Arts Philly.
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