Philadelphia
Philly slavery exhibit: David McCormick joins fight to restore President’s House Site
An appeals court will weigh the fate of the Independence Mall exhibit, which remains half-restored.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:10Philly homeownership program launches first project in 8th District
Elected officials and residents gathered Monday for a groundbreaking ceremony on the 1600 block of West Venango Street.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:00A return home for one ‘Outsiders’ cast member on stage at Academy of Music
Emma Hearn expects 100 students and former classmates at Germantown Academy to see her perform in “The Outsiders: A New Musical” this week.
4 weeks ago
Why some Philadelphians aren’t excited for America 250
With economic and political tension rising, not everyone is in the mood to celebrate America’s birthday this summer.
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The British army took control of Philadelphia in 1777. They had a whale of a time
The “dark days” of the British occupation were filled with parties, dancing and theater.
4 weeks ago
Listen 3:10Trump administration green card changes: Here’s what you need to know
The policy could be “devastating” for tens of thousands of people in Philadelphia who have applied for a green card via the adjustment of status process.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:23Jefferson Health doctor dreams up EpiPen alternative autoinjector that attaches to your phone
The SemPresto autoinjector epinephrine device attaches to smartphones with magnetic technology and could be used for allergic reactions.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:52Thousands pack 2026 Roots Picnic to see Jay-Z headline and performances from hometown heroes
Good vibes prevailed for the first day of the festival at Belmont Park despite long wait times at the entrance.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:22Philly psychedelic folk rock band Henbane edges toward the spotlight after years underground
The five-piece band channels the adventurous spirit of early British folk-rock while forging a distinctly Philadelphia sound.
4 weeks ago
Gorsuch and co-author Janie Nitze discussed their new children's book, “Heroes of 1776,” and the lessons the country’s founding era still offers today.
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Listen 1:13How Philly is celebrating Juneteenth, the Fourth of July and the 250th in 2026
Block parties, fireworks and a star-studded concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway are on the calendar for a celebratory summer.
4 weeks ago
Shapiro touts $30 million to ease traffic around South Philly Sports Complex
A $15 million on-ramp to I-76 will open in 2028, helping fans avoid getting stuck in gameday traffic.
1 month ago
Kurt Vile: Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me
Kurt Vile's latest album, an ode to his Philly roots, drops May 29. He joins Avi Wolfman-Arent to talk about his signature lo-fi, DIY, rock and roll sound.
Air Date: May 29, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 15:22Just in time for Philly’s summer of soccer, Inis Nua puts the Homeless World Cup on stage
Just in time for Philly’s summer of soccer, Inis Nua puts the Homeless World Cup on stage.
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A Philadelphia arts festival asks: ‘What Now’? as the U.S. approaches its 250th birthday
“What Now: 2026” features 34 original premieres in visual and performing arts to “interrogate” America ahead of its semiquincentennial.
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