Thanks to a clutch performance by rookie VJ Edgecombe, the Philadelphia 76ers ended their three-game slide with an overtime win against the Memphis Grizzlies.

As we enter 2026, Metro is spotlighting a handful of Philadelphia news stories to keep an eye on in the new year. Here are some topics that are almost certain to make headlines over the next 12 months.

For over 50 years, Brandywine Workshop and Archives has played a major role in shaping contemporary fine-art printmaking. Founded in Philadelphia in 1972, the nonprofit continues to bring together artists, collectors, and educators from across the globe to explore the field.

In no particular order, here are The Conversation’s top five films of 2025 as reviewed by their experts.

If there were ever a year for Philadelphia to take a victory lap, 2026 would be it. From milestone anniversaries and major cultural debuts to immersive art and blockbuster exhibitions, the city is gearing up for a calendar packed with history-making moments.

The Philadelphia 76ers are looking to end their three-game losing streak against the Memphis Grizzlies, who have lost three of their last five games. With both teams in need of a win, can Philadelphia take advantage of a shorthanded Memphis team?

With his future in Philadelphia uncertain, it might be true that Realmuto has played his final game as a member of the Phillies. If that is the case, where does the catcher rank among his peers all-time in the franchise's lore.

With 2026 now upon us, it's a perfect time to look ahead and wonder what the new year has in store for all of Philadelphia's beloved sports teams. Some goals are lofty, and others a little more realistic...

Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man who broke into the “poor box” earlier this month at a Chestnut Hill church. Investigators said the burglary happened at around 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at Our Mother of Consolation Catholic Church.

Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, has problems. It’s home to politicians who migrate quickly and companies that waste no time fleeing to Delaware County. Despite the visible odds, the city added 18,000 jobs in 2025. Unemployment remained steady. Is this the beginning of a comeback with new economy opportunities, or the calm before a reckoning? Let’s figure out the forces fueling a storm and the forces fueling a comeback.

Philadelphia knows how to celebrate its own—and this January, Historic Philadelphia is honoring its most famous founding father, Benjamin Franklin, celebrating his 320th birthday with two events.

Uber is planning to amend its racketeering lawsuit against a Philadelphia attorney the rideshare company alleges conspired with medical providers in an attempt to turn minor crashes into million-dollar paydays.

Meteorologists are warning residents in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs of a winter storm that will likely turn into a "bomb cyclone" Monday evening, bringing intense winds and plummeting temperatures to the area. 

The Philadelphia Mummers Parade will celebrate its 125th anniversary on New Year's Day and kick off a year of major citywide celebrations.

After the ball drops, Philadelphia is keeping the celebration going. Whether you’re in the mood for bottomless mimosas, comfort food, or college football watch parties, there is plenty to see and do on New Year's Day in Philly. 

Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey has emerged as a top contender for the NBA All-Star Game, ranking second in the Eastern Conference fan vote behind Giannis Antetokounmpo.

For the second year in a row, the Prisoner Wine Company in Napa Valley released a limited-edition vintage featuring label artwork by Jesse Krimes, a Philadelphia native and formerly incarcerated artist with international recognition.

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, the City of Brotherly Love will open its arms to some of the biggest sporting events on the planet.

The Eagles have been able to win football games in a variety of different ways this season, but nobody saw the team getting past the Bills while minimizing the use of Jalen Hurts in the second half...