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Workers congregate around a PECO truck
Community

PECO bills will rise by about $5 on average starting June 1

The increase comes as rising demand and infrastructure costs continue pushing electricity bills higher.

2 weeks ago

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Front of Philadelphia School District head quarters
Education

School District of Philadelphia approves $4.6 billion operating budget

The approval comes as the city school system faces a $300 million deficit after federal pandemic funds ran out.

3 weeks ago

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A SEPTA bus travels down the street
Urban Planning

SEPTA board approves budget and bus route changes

In the works for years, the changes are designed to streamline service and will cause some people to make multiple route changes to replace what was once a one-vehicle ride.

3 weeks ago

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This week's Firstival artist, Gwenn Seemel
Community
Billy Penn

All aboard! America’s first steamboat for passengers and freight left from Philadelphia

The country’s first steamboat carried passengers and freight thousands of miles back and forth between Philly and Burlington, New Jersey, charting new territory for travel.

3 weeks ago

22nd annual Philly Ride of Silence
Community
Billy Penn

Philly’s Ride of Silence mourns the 13 cyclists killed over the past year

Hundreds rode quietly from City Hall to the Museum of Art, including a family member of the most recent bicyclist killed by a motor vehicle.

3 weeks ago

Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Becoming American: Philadelphia’s Story

The filmmakers behind a new PBS documentary share the stories of indigenous people, enslaved Africans, and other diverse communities that helped shape our nation.

Air Date: May 28, 2026 1:00 pm

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United States men's national soccer team pose
Community
Billy Penn

U.S. Soccer’s FIFA World Cup squad includes 4 with Philly ties, 5 if you count Hershey

Philly fans also had opinions about some of the players that didn’t make the cut.

3 weeks ago

Cherelle Parker sitting at a table holding up the bill she just signed, surrounded by other officials
Money
Billy Penn

Philly could automatically enroll 200,000 workers in retirement plans

If your job doesn’t offer a retirement plan, deductions from your paycheck will go into an IRA.

3 weeks ago

Columbus Square Park in South Philadelphia's Passyunk Square neighborhood
Community
Billy Penn

Columbus Square Park, a South Philly community gathering spot

At the historic park, beer gardens, a playground and ball fields are big draws for local families.

3 weeks ago

Danny Simmons, creator of Def Poetry Jam
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Inside the Logan arts scene with Danny Simmons

The acclaimed artist and founder of Rush Arts says Philly Is primed for an artistic renaissance.

3 weeks ago

Bruce Springsteen performing on stage with a guitar
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Roots Picnic, West Philly Porchfest, Bruce Springsteen and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

May 28–31: Wine, Food & Music Festival in Delaware, jazz and classical music in Philly and Soar and Shore Airshow in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

3 weeks ago

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Panelist Maya Izzard, 17, talks about the significance of the American Revolution
Community

America 250th: Philly event highlights youth perspectives on the American Revolution

The event, hosted by WHYY and Penn’s McNeil Center, brought together a panel of students and educators to discuss the meaning of democracy.

3 weeks ago

Former St. Louis City head coach Bradley Carnell
Community
Billy Penn

Philadelphia Union fire head coach Bradley Carnell, replace sporting director Ernst Tanner with Jon Scheer

Carnell’s sophomore season in charge saw the team currently with one win, 10 losses and four draws, the worst record in MLS going into the FIFA World Cup break.

3 weeks ago

Wissahickon Creek in Wissahickon Valley Park
Community
Billy Penn

Escape Philly’s busy streets at a 2,000 acre taste of nature near Roxborough

Get to know Wissahickon Valley Park, with its 50 miles of trails for hikers, bikers and anyone looking to enjoy a nearby trip to the great outdoors.

3 weeks ago

Vibrant Coffee Roaster's co-owner Ross Nickerson
Community
Billy Penn

Your Philly coffee and coffee shop guide

Philly is a city full of caffeine! From matcha to coffee shops, here is your guide to unique Philly coffee.

3 weeks ago

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