Axes will be thrown and turkey legs will be devoured this weekend at Fort Mifflin as the Philadelphia Renaissance Faire returns after a pandemic-induced hiatus.
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6 Best Attractions at The Friends Experience: The One in Philadelphia
It’s been 19 years since a group of lovable New Yorkers last graced our screens. While you can’t tune in Thursday night for a new episode, you can step into their lives at the Friends Experience.
Philadelphia Proud Boys Leader Convicted of Seditious Conspiracy in Jan. 6 Attack
Zachary Rehl could face more than 20 years in prison after being convicted of attempting to overthrow the government by participating in the attack that was a desperate bid to keep Donald Trump in power after the 2020 election.
Dangerous Stretch of Philadelphia Road Getting Safety Upgrades Thanks to Biden’s Infrastructure Law
Philadelphia’s Roosevelt Boulevard is receiving much needed traffic safety improvements thanks to the work of local lawmakers and community activists like Latanya Byrd, who lost four family members in a pedestrian accident on the road.
WATCH: A Philadelphia Resident Talks About the Impact of Gun Violence in Her Community
Amy Wasersztein lives in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia, where a 14-year-old was recently killed after a high school football scrimmage in September.
Republican Majority Pennsylvania House Votes in Favor of Impeaching Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner
Lawmakers voted 107-85 to impeach District Attorney Larry Krasner, setting the stage for what would be the first Pennsylvania Senate impeachment trial in nearly three decades.
Here’s How to Make Sure Your Mail Ballot Wasn’t Rejected in Philadelphia or Allegheny County
If you’re concerned your mail ballot is incorrectly dated, lacks a signature, or isn’t enclosed in a secrecy envelope, you can check online.
Trump Plans to Begin His Next Attack on American Elections in Philadelphia
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to challenge the Philadelphia election results of the US Senate race between Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz—a move many see as a dry run for the 2024 election.
Op-Ed: Gun Violence Is Devastating Philadelphia. That’s Why We Need to Vote for Change.
The current plague of gun violence is a result of a lack of good economic opportunity in our communities, a pervasive sense of hopelessness, and – most importantly – a failure of leadership at every level,” writes Ryan N. Boyer, the Business Manager for the Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council.
House Committee on Philadelphia Crime Hears Stories of Loss From Gun Violence Survivors
Six Philadelphia residents share their stories of loss before a state House committee amid a wave of gun crime that has washed over the city in recent years.
Philadelphia Youth Call for Tighter Firearms Restrictions, Increased Funding to Combat Gun Violence
The United States has seen an increase in gun violence nationwide. In Pennsylvania, roughly 1,600 people die from gun violence, and 3,000 more are injured each year, according to CeaseFirePA, a firearms safety advocacy group.
Keystone Hosting Candidate Forum With Josh Shapiro in Philadelphia
With Election Day looming, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Josh Shapiro will discuss the issues facing Pennsylvanians in a candidate forum that is open to the public.
Deadly Shooting Outside Philadelphia School is a Grim Reminder of What’s at Stake in Pa. on Election Day
Despite a surge in gun deaths in Pennsylvania over the last decade, Republican lawmakers in Harrisburg and Washington have consistently voted against gun safety laws. This Election Day offers voters a chance for change.
Philadelphia Home Depot Workers Petition to Form Union
In what could be the first store-wide union at the home improvement giant, 274 employees filed a petition with the NLRB.
Philadelphia City Council Members Introduce Bills Aimed at Protecting Abortion Access in the City
The measures would protect abortion access within Philadelphia, update the city’s anti-discrimination law to protect reproductive health decisions, and bar city resources from being used to cooperate with out-of-state investigations.
Biden Hits Hard Again Against MAGA Republicans in Prime-Time Philadelphia Speech
Making his second Pennsylvania stop in two days, the president was not subtle about the danger posed by the extreme wing of the Republican party: “They are determined to take this country backwards.”
Biden To Deliver “Soul Of The Nation” Speech in Primetime From Philadelphia As GOP Threatens Violence In The Streets
President Biden will deliver a primetime speech on Thursday from Independence Hall in Philadelphia, where he plans to warn Americans about threats to the very core of American democracy. According to the White House, Biden will speak about “how the core values of this...
Philadelphia Isn’t the Same Anymore, but Candidates Like Josh Shapiro Can Help Us Take Our Neighborhoods Back.
Let’s take back our neighborhoods by electing candidates that will fight, protect, and provide us with the resources we need to live and work with living wages, dignity, and respect.
In Philadelphia Speech, Biden Blasts MAGA Republicans’ Efforts to Gut the Middle Class
Speaking before the largest federation of labor unions on Tuesday, Biden warned of what Republican control could mean for an economy built on the backs of unions and the working class.
Restoring Passenger Rail Service Between Reading and Philadelphia is Chugging Along
Officials in Chester, Berks, and Montgomery counties have created the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority.
Philadelphia Ends Mask Mandate Just Days After Reinstating It
City health officials said the mask mandate is no longer necessary due to a leveling off of COVID-19 cases and reduced hospitalizations.
USA Today Honors Dr. Ala Stanford For Serving Philadelphia’s Underserved Communities
Dr. Ala Stanford has helped to provide more than 100,000 COVID-19 tests and vaccinations to Philadelphia’s underserved communities.
Philadelphia Lifts Vaccine Mandate for Indoor Dining, Mask Mandate Remains
The city’s vaccine mandate for indoor dining and other places serving food and drink was lifted Wednesday A new restriction system based on case counts, positivity rates, and hospitalizations is in place.
Philadelphia to Require Proof of Vaccine for Indoor Dining, Entertainment
Patrons and employees will have to start showing their vaccination cards on Jan. 3 to enter establishments where people eat together indoors, including movie theaters and cafes or bars inside larger establishments like stores or hotels.
Once Left For Dead, This Philadelphia Woman is Helping Those Battling Addiction
Sarah Laurel was a thriving professional who hit rock bottom due to addiction. Having turned her life around, she’s now working on behalf of those in recovery and on the streets with Savage Sisters.
1st Confirmed Omicron Case in Pennsylvania Reported in Philadelphia
No other details were immediately available, including whether the man was vaccinated against COVID-19 or if he had been traveling. Health officials said contact tracing was underway.
Doctor Recognized for Leading the Charge to Fight COVID in Philadelphia’s Underserved Neighborhoods
More than 50,000 people have been vaccinated against COVID-19 through the efforts of Dr. Ala Stanford, founder of the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium.
Supreme Court Rules on Philadelphia Case About Gay Adoptions
The case involves the city’s restrictions on a Catholic group that doesn’t support gay adoptions.
All Aboard! Biden Celebrates Amtrak’s 50 Years in Visit to Philadelphia
President Joe Biden, once a regular Amtrak rider, helped the nation’s passenger rail system celebrate 50 years of service Friday.
All Aboard: Restoring Passenger Rail Service from Reading to Philadelphia
A new study shows not only that reviving passenger rail service in Reading is financially possible and economically profitable, but it has the support of Amtrak and President Biden.