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As SEPTA orders its first new vehicles in 40 years, highlights from Philly’s trolley history
The transit authority is ordering its first new trolleys in 40 years. They’ve been operating in the city since the 1850s. → Read More
Will FBI agent who shot dog in Philadelphia face consequences?
The owner of the deceased animal would likely have to move forward with legal action seeking a penalty, per city and state law. → Read More
Philadelphia considers new ‘Office of Music’ to support local artists
A bill put forth in City Council proposes changing the charter to create the new office. Voters would need to approve in November. → Read More
Ukulele protest song enthralls Philadelphia Council zoning hearing
Activist and musician Jonathan Leibovic joined other environmentalists in protesting an overlay for the Cobbs Creek Golf Course. → Read More
North Philadelphia’s Beury Building inks agreement for community jobs, training
The "boner4ever" building is now on a block with a rare example of side-by-side projects with community guarantees. → Read More
Who's running for Philly mayor? Your regularly updated candidate tracker
From experience to endorsements, a quick way to stay up to date with the race. → Read More
Philly faith leaders hope weeklong seminar awakens a 'citywide culture of reparations'
One of the goals is to address poverty “in a way that acknowledges the root,” an organizer said. → Read More
More than 20 rec centers and playgrounds: What's coming in Rebuild's biggest year yet
Momentum like this has been a long time coming for Philadelphia’s signature public works project. → Read More
Chinatown announces formal coalition to oppose Sixers arena, with high-powered legal support
A survey of neighborhood business owners shows widespread opposition, member organizations say. → Read More
Blackface at the Mummers Parade? Not this year, despite controversial skit
Some say the portrayal of Will Smith slapping Chris Rock could be considered minstrelsy — which has been part of the event's past. → Read More
9 Philly development projects you'll hear a lot about in 2023
Parkland, apartments, office towers — it’s all happening in Philadelphia this year. → Read More
Where to find a Kwanzaa kinara in Philadelphia (and why it's not easy)
There are at least two stores selling the traditional candelabra. → Read More
Need a gift pronto? These Philly coffee roasters have you covered
Five local coffee savants ready to help save Christmas. → Read More
What to know about Amen Brown, the state rep running for Philly mayor
The 35-year-old Philadelphia native is not your run-of-the-mill Democrat. → Read More
Tierra Whack is bigging up the Philly comedy scene, and giving local performers some love
The North Philadelphia rapper has an eye for wit. → Read More
In the race for Philly mayor, Derek Green is coming out swinging
The former councilmember put out a biting statement about the latest entrant into the crowded Democratic field. → Read More
Will the city's new curfew reduce violence? Philly teens think it's unlikely
“Kids could be out before 10 p.m. and also do violence,” one high schooler observed. → Read More
Details on the AI gun detection tech SEPTA is installing in 300 surveillance cameras
This is ZeroEyes’ first public transit rollout of the service, which has DHS anti-terrorism designation. → Read More
Pa. House impeaches Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner in 107-85 vote: Here's how everyone voted
A slew of new charges were added to the initial articles of impeachment at the last minute. → Read More
Texas confirms bus of asylum-seekers coming to Philly: What we know
Local officials and community organizations are ready to welcome the newcomers. → Read More