Philadelphia has a new website designed to increase transparency and accountability of local government. Philly Stat 360 will track and share how the city is performing — sharing data on everything …
Philadelphia is what’s known as a sanctuary city. While the term has no fixed definition, it usually refers to a city that has declared its refusal to cooperate – or even works at odds – with …
Police have made an arrest in the 2023 killing of a 15-year-old boy who was walking to Mastery Charter’s Simon Gratz High School in North Philadelphia. Taamir Cole, 20, was one of the four male …
It has all been leading to this. After an immense amount of work and the support of the city of Philadelphia, several current and former Philadelphia Eagles have put 'Operation Snowball' into …
Two correctional officers from Philadelphia’s largest jail were arrested this week for allegedly smuggling contraband cellphones and drugs to inmates. Prosecutors said that Roderick Price, 41, …
In Philadelphia, the heartbeat of our economy is powered by small businesses. From neighborhood bodegas to innovative startups, small businesses are not just economic engines—they are gathering …
City Council is poised to hold a final vote Thursday on legislation approving the 76ers’ plan to build a $1.3 billion Center City arena, despite fierce opposition from community leaders and …
Mayor Cherelle Parker promised consequences for shooters and vowed Monday not to let gun-toting suspects “steal our joy” after bullets pierced two dozen people in a flurry of violence over the …
Tracey, a high school teacher in the Philadelphia School District, remembers the hurtful comments she heard from parents when she started her career over a decade ago as a young Black teacher in …
On a recent December afternoon, Broad Street Love’s tabernacle across from the Kimmel Center was filled with 40 men and women hanging together. This isn’t odd – retitled in March from its …
In a year during which Philadelphia has experienced a significant decline in shootings and homicides, it was a particularly violent weekend. Two men were killed and nine other people were injured in …
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis announced a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Justice on Friday, which will be used to fund hospital-based violence intervention programs (HVIP) across the …
A man was killed and four others were wounded in a shooting early Sunday morning in Feltonville, authorities said. Police said officers responded just before 5:30 a.m. to the scene, near D …
The City of Philadelphia Department of Streets has indefinitely closed the East Wyoming Avenue Bridge over Frankford Creek, Fishers Lane/I Street, and the Juniata Golf Course, between Maple Lane and …
A 14-year-old boy is being charged as an adult for his alleged role in a shooting that left three teenagers injured Friday in Dilworth Park, next to a popular ice rink and holiday market, police …
This holiday season, the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is inviting you to unleash joy by adopting a shelter pet. PAWS saves thousands of animals each year who would otherwise face …
City Council granted preliminary approval Thursday to legislation authorizing the 76ers’ controversial plan to build a $1.3 billion arena along Market Street in Center City to move forward. …
Still in need of some festive dine-in and take-out options for Christmas in Philly? We've got you covered. Jansen This Mt. Airy venue is offering a Take-and-Bake Beef Wellington package for the …
The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) will host a series of special programs and events beginning Dec. 26 to celebrate Kwanzaa, a Pan-African and African American holiday that is rooted …
What’s the latest on Philadelphia’s theater scene this month? Metro has the scoop. 'Mabeline: The Greenaissance Tour' It's a very naughty ‘n’ nice holiday season starting with the naughty, …
