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.
NewsPhiladelphia needs money for World Cup security. Host cities will look to the Trump administration for help.
TransportationSEPTA survived the Eagles parade. Now planners say bring on the World Cup, 250th anniversary of the U.S.
TransportationSEPTA survived the Eagles parade. Now planners say bring on the World Cup, 250th anniversary of the U.S.
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.
NewsGiant Heirloom Market shutters in Market East amid development shakeups along Market StreetThe boutique supermarket closed its doors permanently on Saturday.
NewsGiant Heirloom Market shutters in Market East amid development shakeups along Market StreetThe boutique supermarket closed its doors permanently on Saturday.
OpinionFor Pennsylvania’s sake, let’s root for the Eagles — and the SteelersThere are few better ways to showcase top talent than through a Quaker State Super Bowl.
OpinionFor Pennsylvania’s sake, let’s root for the Eagles — and the SteelersThere are few better ways to showcase top talent than through a Quaker State Super Bowl.
Soccer/UnionJeremiah White IV’s path to pro soccer mirrors that of his father. But his goals are different.White, who spent time within the youth academy systems of the Philadelphia Union and New York Red Bulls, recently signed a pro contract to play in Poland at just 17
Soccer/UnionJeremiah White IV’s path to pro soccer mirrors that of his father. But his goals are different.White, who spent time within the youth academy systems of the Philadelphia Union and New York Red Bulls, recently signed a pro contract to play in Poland at just 17
BusinessPhilly tourism got a boost over the summerOver 1.6 million room nights were sold in Center City between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day.
BusinessPhilly tourism got a boost over the summerOver 1.6 million room nights were sold in Center City between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day.
TransportationThe city wants to install a heated shelter at the Greyhound bus terminal. Neighbors are not happy.After strong pushback from Northern Liberties community members, the city said there is no timeline for installing the shelter.
TransportationThe city wants to install a heated shelter at the Greyhound bus terminal. Neighbors are not happy.After strong pushback from Northern Liberties community members, the city said there is no timeline for installing the shelter.
Philadelphia PoliticsA new 76ers arena would cost SEPTA millions. City Council may approve it anyway, a key lawmaker said. The likelihood that the arena would add costs to SEPTA undermines the 76ers’ repeated contention that the project will cost local taxpayers nothing.
Philadelphia PoliticsA new 76ers arena would cost SEPTA millions. City Council may approve it anyway, a key lawmaker said. The likelihood that the arena would add costs to SEPTA undermines the 76ers’ repeated contention that the project will cost local taxpayers nothing.
Philadelphia NewsPhilly has a long to-do list ahead of big 2026 eventsAhead of America's big 2-5-0, Philly has yet to hammer down its budget for the celebration. Here are a few more things on the city's hosting to-do list.
Philadelphia NewsPhilly has a long to-do list ahead of big 2026 eventsAhead of America's big 2-5-0, Philly has yet to hammer down its budget for the celebration. Here are a few more things on the city's hosting to-do list.
TransportationPHL secures $27.5 million in federal funds for terminal upgradesPhiladelphia International Airport is one of 125 airports that will share a total of nearly $1 billion in federal funding.
TransportationPHL secures $27.5 million in federal funds for terminal upgradesPhiladelphia International Airport is one of 125 airports that will share a total of nearly $1 billion in federal funding.