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Both people on board the small aircraft were taken to the hospital in serious condition.

Free lifeguard training is open to all, and applicants ages 16-24 can receive a free Red Cross certification.

It’s cherry blossom season! We put together a guide to help you find the perfect spot to see the colorful, flowering trees.

A Philadelphia judge wrote that most of the work the residents object to is done, and future project phases only “endeavor to improve” the park.

Selected block parties will receive a $250 ShopRite gift card, patriotic decorations, mini Constitutions and outdoor toys meant to inspire civic pride.

The Roots will serve as Jay-Z’s backing band during his performance Saturday, while Badu will headline Sunday.

Organizers also announce Midtown Village dates and call for similar events citywide.

A bench in the Philadelphia DJ’s favorite park will be dedicated to him this spring.

Studio 2 co-host Avi Wolfman-Arent is joined by Jeremiah Zagar, filmmaker and son of Isaiah Zagar.

Philly’s oval-shaped landmark and former visitors center has been shuttered for a decade. It could reopen in time for the semiquincentennial.

After a three-day hearing, a judge disagreed with the city that the residents waited too long to sue. The residents want the judge to halt renovations.

The birthplace of democracy got spruced up for America’s 250th celebrations.

The removal enforces a White House executive order to remove exhibits “disparaging” American history. The city has filed a lawsuit.

The fiberglass Liberty Bell replicas are designed to show the city’s diversity as part of the Bells Across PA project.

The effort officially expanded to include the neighborhoods of Fishtown and Kensington, among others.