
Philadelphia
Philly teen carpenter apprentice helps transform Wells Fargo Center
19-year-old Saulih Khalifah, initially signed up for labor duties at the Wells Fargo Center, but found himself in the Carpenters' Apprentice Ready Program. More doors opened.
2 years ago
Wrestlemania 40 tickets are on sale: What fans should eat, drink, and see when WWE returns to Philly
A local wrestling aficionado rounds up ‘Mania week fun during the giant gathering of “our very weird, sometimes super niche fan base all together in the best city in the U.S.”
2 years ago
SEPTA is piloting contactless payments like Apple Pay and credit card taps
It’s not clear when this will be available to the general public — but you can apply to test it out now.
2 years ago
Phillies fans can soon enter Citizens Bank Park using facial recognition. Here’s how it works
The MLB says the program uses facial authentication differently from other setups.
2 years ago
After 10 years, is Philly’s Theatre in the X a model for the future of American theater?
The free performance of Charles Fuller’s 1979 drama “Zooman and the Sign” grapples with neighborhood violence that has hardly changed.
2 years ago
Listen 1:37Philadelphians could get millions of dollars in home repairs tied to Hurricane Ida flooding
Philadelphia got over $163 million in federal recovery money tied to Ida. The city plans to spend nearly a third of it to improve housing.
2 years ago
Philadelphia officer who shot, killed man inside car identified; family wants answers
The family of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry is demanding answers following the fatal shooting involving Officer Mark Dial, a five-year veteran of the Police Department.
2 years ago
American Airlines adding 3 new international routes out of Philadelphia
This is the first time PHL passengers will be able to fly nonstop from Philadelphia to those European destinations.
2 years ago
The Sixers arena saga: A timeline of everything that’s happened so far
76 Devcorp is hosting public Zoom webinars this month, featuring video presentations and a highly moderated Q&A.
2 years ago
FTA probe of SEPTA marks just the third time the agency has initiated this kind of safety inspection
After the concerning spate of crashes this summer, the Philly regional transit authority is already taking some remedial steps.
2 years ago
‘Nobody really called’: 6 years after her son’s murder, a Philadelphia mother wants answers
Kristian Hamilton-Arthur was murdered in 2017. In the years since, his mother has had to advocate for her son, while simultaneously grieving him.
2 years ago
Listen 1:33Black business owners in Philly say determination is key
Local business owners shared advice and challenges during the first National Black Business Month Expo in Philadelphia.
2 years ago
SEPTA’s Route 15 historic trolleys to return Sept. 10
The trolleys will be ADA accessible and have been completely updated with new frames, floors, windows, wheelchair lifts, and HVAC units.
2 years ago
Seeing red: More red bus lanes coming to Philly streets after initial success
The red painted lanes serve as a deterrent to keep other drivers from using them. SEPTA officials say the trial has been successful in improving travel times.
2 years ago
Bruce Springsteen shows at Citizens Bank Park postponed due to illness
Tickets purchased will still be valid for the rescheduled dates.
2 years ago