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Pope Francis waves
Community

Philadelphia Archbishop Nelson Pérez on the humanity and hope of Pope Francis

Archbishop Nelson Pérez reflects on Pope Francis’ impact, his humility and the deep connection he shared with Philadelphia following news of the pontiff’s passing at age 88.

3 months ago

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Community

Remembering Pope Francis: Philadelphia’s 2015 papal weekend, in photos

The pontiff died Monday at age 88. Here’s a look back at his historic Philly visit as part of the World Meeting of Families.

3 months ago

white smoke coming out of a chimney at night
Community

What are the church’s rites for the death of a pope and the election of a new one?

The election of a new pope itself is shrouded in secrecy, with cardinals forbidden from communicating with the outside world what happened during the voting in the conclave.

3 months ago

Pope Francis arrives for his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at The Vatican
Community

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88

Francis' death sets off a weekslong process of allowing the faithful to pay their final respects, followed by a funeral and a conclave to elect a new pope.

3 months ago

inside the burned home of Josh Shapiro
Courts & Law

Police seek motive for arson at Pennsylvania governor’s residence as suspect’s 911 call is released

Relatives say the suspect, Cody Balmer, has struggled with mental illness. But Balmer told a judge this week that he doesn't have a mental illness.

3 months ago

People walk during a march and prayer vigil in Harrisburg, Pa.
Community

Some Pennsylvania Jews reminded of Tree of Life shooting after arson attack on Josh Shapiro’s home

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s mansion was the target of an arson attack last weekend, but the attacker's motives are unclear.

3 months ago

A woman weaves designs with palm fronds in Philadelphia's Italian market.
Community

Philadelphia family carries on palm-weaving tradition in the Italian Market

Victoria Ciliberti is a third-generation “palm lady” sharing her craft in the Italian Market ahead of Palm Sunday.

3 months ago

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Matzo ball soup
Community
Billy Penn

You don’t have to be Jewish to take advantage of Philly’s delicious Passover deals

Billy Penn rounded up a list of Passover-friendly options and Seder dinner meals available in the city. L’chaim!

3 months ago

The front door of the historic Church of the Assumption
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Historic Spring Garden church could be sold to highest bidder

The former Church of the Assumption has sat vacant for decades, and the building structure is considered unsafe by city regulators.

3 months ago

Josh Shapiro speaking to a group of people
Community

Shapiro announces $5M grant to Philly Muslim community center

A record $5 million redevelopment grant will help a private school that blends Islamic teachings with a standard curriculum.

4 months ago

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Courts & Law

Judge blocks Trump immigration policy allowing arrests in churches for some religious groups

A federal judge found that the Trump administration policy could violate their religious freedom and should be blocked while a lawsuit challenging it plays out.

5 months ago

Investigators walking through the scene
Courts & Law

5 more arrested in connection with 2024 Eid al-Fitr shooting in West Philadelphia

An additional five suspects have been charged with procuring the guns used in the shooting near the Philadelphia Masjid last April.

5 months ago

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the cross on the church's exterior
Community

Marian Anderson’s legacy celebrated during rededication ceremony at Tindley Temple

Tindley Temple United Methodist Church held a special service Sunday to honor the civil rights pioneer and opera singer.

5 months ago

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Josh Shapiro speaks in front of Joanna McClinton and Austin Davis
Money

‘Cruel and punishing’: Pennsylvania legislator wants to put the kibosh on taxes on Holocaust reparations

Pennsylvania is only one of four states that still taxes Holocaust reparations payments. A news bill seeks to fix that and honor survivors’ legacy.

5 months ago

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John Walhausen plays the organ in the church while Benjamin Boyle turns the pages on a music book
Arts & Entertainment

St. Joe’s Prep in North Philly debuts its newly repaired pipe organ with a century-old liturgical controversy

The debut concert of the newly restored pipe organ at the Church of the Gesu evokes a 1903 papal ruling for the soul of Catholicism.

6 months ago

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