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Angela Val speaks
Community

Philadelphia tourism groups look at this summer and the next half decade

Tourism officials say they are hoping to get people to Philly, show them a good time and have them keep coming back for more.

3 weeks ago

The trash incineration facility
Urban Planning

Philadelphia could extend its controversial trash incineration contract amid criticism

The city is still evaluating the environmental impacts of burning trash versus landfilling it, the Office of Clean and Green director said.

3 weeks ago

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students at the Voter Education Summit
Education

Philadelphia School District voter summit gives students hands-on civics lesson ahead of Pa. election

Young Philadelphians showed off their civics projects, participated in workshops about local elections and got hands-on experience with a voting machine.

3 weeks ago

Spring is in the air at Dilworth Park ahead of Mother's Day
Community
Billy Penn

Billy Penn’s ultimate guide to spring in Philly

Things are heating up this spring in Philly – literally. With America 250 coming up, there are more events than ever to enjoy the city.

3 weeks ago

Frank Vanore looks onward
Community
6abc

Police shoot, kill man in West Philadelphia

The man was struck and the officer's partner rushed him to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 7:33 a.m.

3 weeks ago

A vendor grills skewers of different meats
Community

The Southeast Asian Market has returned to FDR Park. Here’s what to know

The beloved market of food and goods is open for the season. Here’s information on its hours, offerings and South Philadelphia history.

3 weeks ago

A closeup of a Wawa sign
Science

Wawa recalls store-branded drinks at some Philadelphia-area locations

The recall affects store-branded iced tea lemon, iced tea diet lemon, diet lemonade and fruit punch 16-ounce pints.

3 weeks ago

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Artist Alvin Pettit talks about his concept for a statue of Harriet Tubman
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Philly wants your vote on final touches for Harriet Tubman statue

The statue of the civil rights icon will debut at City Hall later this year – and Philadelphians can help choose a quote that will be inscribed on its base.

3 weeks ago

Isaiah Thomas looks on
Politics & Policy

Latest effort to change Philly’s ‘resign-to-run’ rules no longer to be included on May’s primary ballot

The ballot question, which could have allowed lawmakers to keep their seats while running for state or federal office, will no longer be part of May’s primary vote.

3 weeks ago

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Community
Billy Penn

Philly weekly events calendar: April 6 through 12

From outdoor markets to a public art project around grief, Billy Penn highlights some of the best local activities to join in on this week in Philly.

3 weeks ago

Bicycles locked up to the fences of Rittenhouse Square Park
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

‘Just too onerous’: Getting bicycle racks in Philly should be simpler, advocates say

The costs, specifications and waits for a bicycle rack or corral permit might be discouraging businesses from even applying.

3 weeks ago

Dan Blacksberg and band performing at Abyssinia
Arts & Entertainment

Why Yiddish is experiencing a grassroots revival in West Philadelphia

A rag-tag group of younger adults has rediscovered the West Germanic language and culture for heritage and politics.

3 weeks ago

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children at the Easter event
Community

Despite rain, hundreds dress in their Sunday best for Philly’s 93rd annual Easter Promenade

The weather didn’t allow the usual crowd to strut their stuff down South Street, but attendees made the most of it.

3 weeks ago

Tony Cuffie, senior manager, WHYY News Community and Engagement Team, speaks into a microphone at the WHYY Civic News Summit
Community

4 key takeaways from the WHYY Civic News Summit

Journalism and community engagement have the power to bridge divides and generate meaningful conversations, panelists said.

3 weeks ago

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WHYY President and CEO William Marrazzo moderates a panel
Community

WHYY Civic News Summit focuses on public trust, AI, misinformation and the future of local journalism

Panels explored youth media, community connection, AI risks, misinformation and the future of public media.

3 weeks ago

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