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Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

New Philly spot combines reality show and restaurant under one roof

Recipe Philly hosted a reality show competition across the region, aiming to highlight local culinary talent. Its opening gives emerging chefs the spotlight.

1 week ago

Brendan Carr is in the East Room at the White House in Washington, D.C.
Courts & Law

Disney sues FCC over challenge to broadcast licenses, claims retaliation over ‘Jimmy Kimmel’

ABC had accused the agency of a brazen attempt to chill its constitutionally protected free speech.

2 weeks ago

Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Double Dare’s Philly Origins

Get ready to go for a trip down green-slime memory lane as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Double Dare.

Air Date: July 28, 2026 12:00 pm

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6abc/WPVI-TV Action News' chief meteorologist Cecily Tynan
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6abc

Chief meteorologist Cecily Tynan to retire after more than 30 years with Action News

Her last broadcast will be on Monday, Aug. 31.

1 month ago

Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Becoming American: Philadelphia’s Story

The filmmakers behind a new PBS documentary share the stories of indigenous people, enslaved Africans, and other diverse communities that helped shape our nation.

Air Date: May 28, 2026 1:00 pm

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Corey Bernhard playing piano
Arts & Entertainment

Germantown musician Corey Bernhard plans next chapter after ‘Late Show’ cancellation

A new series of Philly shows by the keyboardist will benefit Juntos, an advocacy group aiding immigrant families affected by enforcement.

4 months ago

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Jamie Ding on Jeopardy!
Politics & Policy

‘Jeopardy!’ winner and Lawrenceville resident Jamie Ding joins N.J. Gov. Sherrill in pushing for more affordable housing

The self-described bureaucrat and law student from Lawrenceville won 31 consecutive “Jeopardy!” games.

4 months ago

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Philly-based artist Meija Moreno (left) and cast members
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Meija Moreno moved to Philly to be an artist. Now, she’s caught up in the biggest television scandal of the year

Moreno talks about meeting West Wilson, her viral “hair ties” and navigating Summer House drama on Bravo.

5 months ago

Crew members work on a decorative wall near the red carpet for Sunday's Oscars telecast, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Philadelphia film critics weigh in on the Oscars

Ahead of the Oscars, we talk about everything – from the genre-bending vampire flick “Sinners” to the heart-wrenching Norwegian family drama, “Sentimental Value.”

Air Date: March 12, 2026 12:00 pm

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Actors Matthew McConaughey (left) and Bradley Cooper appear in an Uber Eats Super Bowl ad.
Arts & Entertainment

Super Bowl commercials try to overcome tough times with health, caring and the usual laughs

This year's Super Bowl ads cost an average of $8 million per 30-second unit.

7 months ago

Two puppies are seen ''competing'' in the Puppy Bowl
Arts & Entertainment

‘DeVon-tails Smith’ among 11 Philly-area shelter dogs competing in Puppy Bowl 2026

Out: Kevin Patullo apologists, locker-room beefs and drive-killing penalties. In: sloppy kisses, water-bowl scrums and indiscriminate potty breaks.

8 months ago

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Terry Gross appeared on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”
Arts & Entertainment

Terry Gross reflects on 50 years of ‘Fresh Air’ on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’

Gross reflected on her decades-long career and the estimated 15,000 to 18,000 interviews she has conducted over the years.

8 months ago

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The cast of Arden Theatre Company’s production of ''A Wrinkle in Time'' in Philadelphia.
Arts & Entertainment

‘Stranger Things’ and Philly’s Arden Theatre share an affinity for ‘A Wrinkle in Time’

The hit Netflix show channels the classic 1962 young adult novel, just as the Arden Theatre puts it on stage.

8 months ago

Quinta Brunson speaks behind a podium
Education

‘Abbott Elementary’ star Quinta Brunson launches fund to provide free field trips to thousands of Philly students

The fund aims to cover field trip costs for over 115,000 Philly public school students, opening access to the city’s museums and historic landmarks.

9 months ago

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Actors Tom Pelphrey, from left, and Mark Ruffalo, and series creator Brad Ingelsby attend the HBO Original drama series Task premiere
Arts & Entertainment

Season 2 of ‘Task’ to be filmed entirely in Southeastern Pa. after scoring record tax credit

State officials say the crime drama, led by Mark Ruffalo, will create 3,700 jobs and inject more than $194 million into the Pennsylvania economy.

9 months ago

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