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Major changes are underway at Philadelphia's Sports Complex as Xfinity Live!, a longtime staple of the area, is reportedly undergoing a rebranding and will be known as Stateside Live! beginning this …

A man was killed and another was injured when gunfire erupted Tuesday night in South Philadelphia, police said. The shooting happened just before 11:45 p.m. on the 600 block of Mountain Street, …

The man accused of killing his wife last week inside the Germantown spa they operated together is in custody, authorities said. At around 12:05 a.m. Wednesday, Kyle Irvin, 55, turned himself in …

Environmental justice advocates rallied Wednesday outside City Hall to celebrate a settlement with Philadelphia Gas Works that represents a significant reduction from the rate hikes the utility …

Photo exhibits can showcase many facets of life — and a life with many facets. For William L. Yang, the 81-year-old creative is showcasing his photography through an upcoming exhibition at the …

The Philly 10K returns this Sunday, Aug. 24, marking its 12th year running through the heart of South Philadelphia. The race kicks off at 7:30 a.m. on the 800 block of South Street and wraps up on …

When nine-year-old Elizabeth sat down for an after-school math program with Black Girls Love Math, she wasn’t just solving equations — she was finding her safe space. Surrounded by girls who …

Riders of SEPTA’s Regional Rail system have likely noticed an influx of cancellations and delays over the past couple of weeks. No, the authority is not trying to give passengers a taste of the …

A manhunt is underway for the husband of a woman who was killed last week inside the spa the couple ran together in Germantown. Rashida Irvin, 48, died just after 6:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 11, after …

The Philadelphia Zoo continues its unending support of endangered species. America's first zoo has a long and proud history as a conservancy and will soon celebrate a newly written children's book …

On Friday, Aug. 22, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society will celebrate community, connection, and greening progress at the Love Where You Live Unity Day event in North Philadelphia’s Tioga Hope …

Frankford High School’s main building, which has been shuttered for more than two years due to asbestos issues, has officially reopened following a nearly $30 million rehabilitation. School leaders …

Philadelphia is leveling up its entertainment game with a wave of immersive experiences that trade ordinary nights out for mind-bending adventures. At least a dozen new venues have popped up in and …

Walk through the Italian Market with Our Market Project, and you’re not just browsing popular food stands — you’re stepping into generations of immigrant stories etched into every block. The …

Mayor Cherelle Parker and Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5 leaders appear pleased with the new two-year union labor agreement for Philadelphia’s police officers that was announced Friday. The …

This article was originally published by Kensington Voice. The Philadelphia Board of Health delayed an expected Thursday vote on regulations tied to Councilmember Quetcy Lozada’s mobile …

A sixth suspect has been charged in connection with the 2022 shooting outside Roxborough High School that killed 14-year-old Nicolas Elizalde and wounded four other teenagers, authorities said …

An event filled with whiskey-themed fun—Rye not? The Twisted Tail's 11th Annual Whiskey Bonanza recently announced details for the spirited affair, which is set for Thursday, Sept. 25. The …

It’s August, and parents and caregivers are frantically preparing their kids for a new school year by buying supplies, filling out forms and meeting teachers. This year, many parents also face a …

The “Paris agreement for plastic” was set to be finalized at the end of this week. But after a week and a half of intense discussions in Geneva, Switzerland, where negotiators from 180 …

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