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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.

2 months ago

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.

2 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Delaware Latino entrepreneurs gather at Legislative Hall to connect with lawmakers and strengthen community ties

Dozens of Latino entrepreneurs gathered in Dover to meet Delaware lawmakers, network and highlight the growing presence of Latino businesses.

3 months ago

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Education

Fair explores the benefits and diversity of independent schools in the Philadelphia area

Independent schools are approaching their education values by focusing on diversity and getting rid of the misconceptions around them.

3 months ago

Caleb Hammonds dressed as Martin Luther King Jr.
Education
Billy Penn

From MLK Jr. to Michelle Obama, everyday historical heroes were on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia

Philadelphians of all ages joined in the museum’s costume contest on Sunday, celebrating Black Americans’ historic contributions to the U.S.

3 months ago

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Community

For U.S. Muslims, immigration crackdown fears, new war worries and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud Ramadan

Ramadan plans are being disrupted for many in Paterson, New Jersey, one of the highest per-capita Muslim populations in the U.S.

4 months ago

La Universidad de Delaware
Education

La Universidad de Delaware ha restaurado su sitio web de investigación antirracista. Ahora, los estudiantes denuncian que la libertad académica y la confianza se vieron socavadas.

Los líderes universitarios dicen que eliminar la investigación antirracista durante meses fue un error. Estudiantes e investigadores afirman que esto erosionó la libertad.

4 months ago

A sculpture, uniquely painted by artist Malachi Floyd
Community
Billy Penn

Historic slavery protest celebrated as Philly’s ‘52 Weeks of Firsts’ closes out February

The last “Firstival” during Black History Month will balance respectful remembrance with a celebration of activists, past and present, who fought to end slavery.

4 months ago

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker spoke
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Mayor Parker defends her governing style in passionate Black History Month speech

Mayor Cherelle Parker said she hides her “love” for immigrants and vulnerable residents to protect federal funding.

4 months ago

The Philadelphia Suns in the street in Chinatown
Community

Philadelphia’s Chinatown brought ‘big fire energy’ to Lunar New Year Parade just hours ahead of forecasted blizzard

Before the rain turned to snow Sunday, thousands packed Philly’s Chinatown for the parade celebrating the Year of the Horse.

4 months ago

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Education

Philly education summit marks 20 years of Black history in public schools

The two-day gathering emphasized sustaining Black history education throughout the school year and beyond the classroom.

4 months ago

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Politics & Policy

Studio 2 Extra: Nikole Hannah-Jones on erasing Black history and civil rights

With the slavery exhibit back at Philadelphia’s President’s House, we spoke with Pulitzer winner Nikole Hannah-Jones on why this fight is about more than erased history.

Air Date: February 20, 2026 12:00 pm

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Community

How Native Americans came to Philadelphia in 1776 to navigate the American Revolution and almost won statehood

Chief White Eyes toggled between British and American leadership to secure land for the Lenape.

4 months ago

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Education

University of Delaware has restored its anti-racism research website. Now students say academic freedom and trust were undermined

University leaders say removing the anti-racism research for months was a mistake. Students and researchers say it eroded academic freedom and institutional trust.

4 months ago

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Philadelphia City Hall
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia City Council considers Office of Freedmen Affairs to guide possible reparations efforts

The Office of Freedmen Affairs would guide potential reparations efforts for descendants of enslaved people, including scholarships and tax relief benefits.

4 months ago

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