
Philadelphia
What you need to know about the 2023 Pa. general election
Statewide, voters will weigh in on consequential judicial races. In Philadelphia, voters will elect the city's 100th mayor. Here's everything you need to know.
2 years ago
Jalen Hurts, Eagles build early lead, hang on to beat Patriots 25-20
The Eagles capitalized on two early turnovers by the Patriots, spoiling a day in which New England honored former quarterback Tom Brady at halftime.
2 years ago
A decorated car parade marks the start of Mexican Independence Day festivities in Philadelphia
In its second year, the parade brings a Mexican tradition to the heart of Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Listen 1:13Amid gun violence crisis, Philadelphia may be safer than people think
Comparing a recent Gallup poll to crime statistics shows perception is not reality.
2 years ago
The fight to admit girls to Philly’s Central High School
It took two court battles, including a Supreme Court case, to change the status quo at what was considered a bastion of academic excellence.
2 years ago
Philly-area author pens new kids’ book about international adoptees: ‘Carla the Conqueror’
Anna Maria DiDio hopes to help other families deal with the trauma of adoption by making the challenges easy to talk about.
2 years ago
Portion of Schuylkill River Trail near Manayunk to close Monday for restoration project
The city of Philadelphia is working to restore the connection between the Manayunk Canal and the Schuylkill River.
2 years ago
Philadelphia’s annual Recovery Walks! event aims to make recovery from addiction more visible
Nearly three out of four people who ever struggle with drug or alcohol use survive and go on to recovery, national estimates show.
2 years ago
Neither the Schuylkill or Delaware pathways are continuous — yet.
2 years ago
Leaked emails from Parker’s campaign show ‘contempt’ for local media, journalists say
One of the messages mistakenly forwarded to Hall Monitor suggested the outlet’s reach was too small to warrant granting requests.
2 years ago
Temple launches search for its new leader
Starting this month, the university will seek feedback from the community through listening and engagement sessions.
2 years ago
Philadelphia police officer charged with murder in Eddie Irizarry killing
The suspended Philadelphia police officer turned himself in and was arrested on Friday morning and will face charges that carry a minimum of 35 years in prison.
2 years ago
She’s back: Funk freak Red 40 makes her hometown return in Fringe Fest
Funky, liberating, and a little gross, Martha Eies’ alter ego disappeared from Philly almost five years ago. This weekend, she’s back.
2 years ago
Listen 2:47City streets department worker fatally shot in South Philadelphia
Police said three streets employees were arriving to do work on the area. One worker left the car to go into a corner store and ended up in an altercation inside the store.
2 years ago
The Nanu’s brothers already planning expansion — and the region’s first all-halal food hall
From Pakistan to Brooklyn to Northeast Philly, the Rashid family sticks together and tries to give back to their community.
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