OpinionOpinionThe city must leverage 2026 events to build a world-class transit systemFIFA officials have said the 2026 World Cup is equal to hosting three Super Bowls a day for a month. The city has allocated millions for airport upgrades, but public transit must not be overlooked.
OpinionOpinionThe city must leverage 2026 events to build a world-class transit systemFIFA officials have said the 2026 World Cup is equal to hosting three Super Bowls a day for a month. The city has allocated millions for airport upgrades, but public transit must not be overlooked.
TransportationReal talk from SEPTA insiders: Fears of service cuts, job loss, and how to fix the broken transit system
TransportationReal talk from SEPTA insiders: Fears of service cuts, job loss, and how to fix the broken transit system
Philadelphia PoliticsQueen Elizabeth II gave Philly the Bicentennial Bell in 1976. Her son Prince Edward just rededicated it.
Philadelphia PoliticsQueen Elizabeth II gave Philly the Bicentennial Bell in 1976. Her son Prince Edward just rededicated it.
NewsPhilly’s 250 plans challenged as SEPTA funding crisis loomsSemiquincentennial organizers are feeling optimistic. But without a state funding solution, SEPTA says it can't accommodate the estimated one million expected visitors.
NewsPhilly’s 250 plans challenged as SEPTA funding crisis loomsSemiquincentennial organizers are feeling optimistic. But without a state funding solution, SEPTA says it can't accommodate the estimated one million expected visitors.
Philadelphia PoliticsPhilly renters could benefit from inspections, protections from landlords under new proposal | City Council roundupCouncil also approved nominees for the Citizens Police Oversight Commission and called on the NFL to forego banning the Tush Push.
Philadelphia PoliticsPhilly renters could benefit from inspections, protections from landlords under new proposal | City Council roundupCouncil also approved nominees for the Citizens Police Oversight Commission and called on the NFL to forego banning the Tush Push.
TransportationSEPTA plans to cut service on dozens of routes and may lay off staff amid funding crisisSEPTA's budget, unveiled Thursday, cuts 45% of service and raises fares to make up a monetary deficit that has been brewing for years.
TransportationSEPTA plans to cut service on dozens of routes and may lay off staff amid funding crisisSEPTA's budget, unveiled Thursday, cuts 45% of service and raises fares to make up a monetary deficit that has been brewing for years.
Philadelphia NewsTrump buries call to restore Independence Hall in Smithsonian executive orderTrump called for "sufficient funding, as available" to get Independence Park ready for celebrations in 2026, but also plans more cuts to the Interior Department and the National Park System.
Philadelphia NewsTrump buries call to restore Independence Hall in Smithsonian executive orderTrump called for "sufficient funding, as available" to get Independence Park ready for celebrations in 2026, but also plans more cuts to the Interior Department and the National Park System.
NewsPhiladelphia needs money for World Cup security. Host cities will look to the Trump administration for help. Host cities have enlisted lobbyists to seek $625 million in federal dollars for tournament safety
NewsPhiladelphia needs money for World Cup security. Host cities will look to the Trump administration for help. Host cities have enlisted lobbyists to seek $625 million in federal dollars for tournament safety
OpinionTime for a civic ‘Tush Push’We need an all-hands-on-deck, brotherly and sisterly shove to get us over the goal line in readying Philadelphia for the Semiquincentennial celebrations.
OpinionTime for a civic ‘Tush Push’We need an all-hands-on-deck, brotherly and sisterly shove to get us over the goal line in readying Philadelphia for the Semiquincentennial celebrations.
TransportationMarket Street Bridge to close for 14 months amid massive rehab projectThe $149 million reconstruction of the span that connects University City and Center City Philadelphia will take about four years to complete in total.
TransportationMarket Street Bridge to close for 14 months amid massive rehab projectThe $149 million reconstruction of the span that connects University City and Center City Philadelphia will take about four years to complete in total.
TransportationSEPTA survived the Eagles parade. Now planners say bring on the World Cup, 250th anniversary of the U.S.There were no transit-related disasters, but SEPTA has plans for how to improve going forward.
TransportationSEPTA survived the Eagles parade. Now planners say bring on the World Cup, 250th anniversary of the U.S.There were no transit-related disasters, but SEPTA has plans for how to improve going forward.
Tourism & GamingEagles Super Bowl parade gave Center City hotels a short-term boost to the tune of $4.3 million Center City hotels sold more than 11,000 rooms and saw an increase in demand compared to the 2018 parade.
Tourism & GamingEagles Super Bowl parade gave Center City hotels a short-term boost to the tune of $4.3 million Center City hotels sold more than 11,000 rooms and saw an increase in demand compared to the 2018 parade.
NewsGov. Josh Shapiro proposes nearly $65 million for state Semiquincentennial celebrationsShapiro advocated for millions for next year’s major tourism events including the nation's 250th birthday, FIFA World Cup matches, the MLB All-Star Game, and early rounds of NCAA’s March Madness.
NewsGov. Josh Shapiro proposes nearly $65 million for state Semiquincentennial celebrationsShapiro advocated for millions for next year’s major tourism events including the nation's 250th birthday, FIFA World Cup matches, the MLB All-Star Game, and early rounds of NCAA’s March Madness.
OpinionWatching the Birds with my sick father in Paris brought us closer than we had been in a long timeAmericans say "I love you" easily to family members. In France, we are bashful about this. An Eagles game gave me a chance to tell my father how much I cared for him — without saying a word.
OpinionWatching the Birds with my sick father in Paris brought us closer than we had been in a long timeAmericans say "I love you" easily to family members. In France, we are bashful about this. An Eagles game gave me a chance to tell my father how much I cared for him — without saying a word.
NewsNew leader announced at Philadelphia250, as 2026 Semiquincentennial draws nearKathryn Ott Lovell, president and CEO of the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, will now lead both organizations.
NewsNew leader announced at Philadelphia250, as 2026 Semiquincentennial draws nearKathryn Ott Lovell, president and CEO of the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, will now lead both organizations.
TransportationSEPTA will pay $230 million for new Key card system after years of glitches on the old one The board signed two contracts worth $230 million with Cubic Transportation Systems to install the system and operate customer service.
TransportationSEPTA will pay $230 million for new Key card system after years of glitches on the old one The board signed two contracts worth $230 million with Cubic Transportation Systems to install the system and operate customer service.
Soccer/UnionThe next women’s World Cup isn’t until 2027, but the USWNT has much to do — including a bid to host in 2031Manager Emma Hayes and sporting director Matt Crocker have big goals for the coming years, and $80 million in funding. U.S. Soccer will also go big on its bid to cohost the 2031 World Cup with Mexico.
Soccer/UnionThe next women’s World Cup isn’t until 2027, but the USWNT has much to do — including a bid to host in 2031Manager Emma Hayes and sporting director Matt Crocker have big goals for the coming years, and $80 million in funding. U.S. Soccer will also go big on its bid to cohost the 2031 World Cup with Mexico.
BusinessA look at the challenges Philly-area businesses faced in 2024 and what they expect in 2025The Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia released results of an annual report on Thursday with new insight on business expectations for the coming year.
BusinessA look at the challenges Philly-area businesses faced in 2024 and what they expect in 2025The Chamber of Commerce of Greater Philadelphia released results of an annual report on Thursday with new insight on business expectations for the coming year.
