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Community

Phillies All-Star Bryce Harper says FanDuel used his Cameo video as VIP reward without consent in a gambler’s case

“Had I known FanDuel’s true intent, I would not have made the video,” Harper said.

1 week ago

Cornerstone Baptist Church in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A vacant church in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion will become workforce housing

The $10 million project will reuse Cornerstone Baptist Church on North 33rd Street. The property has sat vacant for more than five years.

1 week ago

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Community
Billy Penn

Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park devastated by ‘microburst’ storm

The South Philly market is soliciting donations to help vendors who “watched their businesses get destroyed in real time.”

1 week ago

Many of Milk Jawn's flavors come in both dairy and vegan
Community
Billy Penn

Where to find vegan ice cream in Philadelphia

There’s no sorbet on this list — just rich, plant-based scoops so creamy you’ll wonder how dairy stayed out of the mix.

1 week ago

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Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

As small businesses beg for tax relief, Philadelphia sees a $100 million windfall

Mayor Parker’s push for Uber and Amazon taxes failed, but local businesses are paying more nonetheless.

1 week ago

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Community

Philadelphia’s Germantown opens its own brick-and-mortar visitor center

The Germantown Historical Society’s building renovation makes room for tourists to find areas of interest in Philly’s outer neighborhoods.

1 week ago

An aerial view of residential streets in West Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Thousands of West Philly tenants remain in limbo as city considers saving 925 affordable rentals

The city missed its exclusive window to bid on the homes, opening the door to outside buyers and possible displacement.

1 week ago

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Health

Philadelphia nurse hopes new tool will more accurately predict women at highest risk for postpartum hemorrhage

One study found that 4 in 10 women who had postpartum hemorrhages after delivery were considered low risk when admitted.

1 week ago

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Sanitation workers load bags of trash into the back of the truck.
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia plans to renew controversial contract with Reworld trash incinerators

The company runs a facility in Chester that burns household trash, releasing unhealthy air pollution.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:13
Downed tree from microburst in Philadelphia
Weather

What is a microburst? Philadelphia declares disaster emergency after Saturday storms uproot trees and cause major flooding

No one was hurt, but reported property damage is extensive after a rare summer storm brought 70 mph winds and major flooding.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:13
Former Philadelphia Phillies first basement Ryan Howard shakes the hands of children
Community

MLB All-Star legacy project to expand North Philly literacy hub Tree House Books

The 21-year-old nonprofit plans to expand into two additional floors after demand for its free literacy programs created waiting lists.

2 weeks ago

People walk across the Ben Franklin Bridge
Community

Tens of thousands walk the Benjamin Franklin Bridge to celebrate its 100th birthday

While walkers of all ages took in the views, speakers and elected officials touted the bridge’s vital role in the region’s economy.

2 weeks ago

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Kerry Sauter is sitting inside the exhibition space.
Arts & Entertainment

At Philly’s Eastern State Penitentiary, a synagogue reveals prison’s long debate over religious freedom

“Freedom Through Faith” at the historic prison’s original synagogue shows how Philly’s Jewish community stepped up for the incarcerated.

2 weeks ago

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A paper bag is discarded next to a busy road.
Community

Half of Philly businesses aren’t complying with plastic bag laws, report says

The report finds that some businesses are still providing plastic bags, which were banned in 2021.

2 weeks ago

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Philadelphia's skyline is visible above the Eastwick tree line.
Science

Levee plan not viable for Philly’s flood-prone Eastwick neighborhood, says U.S. Army Corps

Earlier this year, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced that the formally proposed levee would be downsized. Now they say the levee is not feasible.

2 weeks ago

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