Philadelphia
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
Listen 1:01School 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
Listen 0:57SEPTA 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
Listen 1:05All 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
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
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
Listen 51:42U.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
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, 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
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
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
Listen 5:08America 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
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
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
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.
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