Community
Inside the century-long effort to protect the Wissahickon
Since 1924, Friends of the Wissahickon have worked to safeguard the creek from pollution and now, climate change.
3 weeks ago
Philly could get a consumer protection office inside City Hall
The proposed consumer protection office would help the city hold businesses accountable for unfair or deceptive trade practices.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:09TED Talks coming to Philly as part of 250th celebration of America’s independence
The speakers series now joins other 2026 events in Philly, including the World Cup, the MLB All-Star contest and March Madness.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:11What to do about ATVs in the city
Many city residents complain that ATVs and dirt bikes are loud and dangerous. Riding enthusiasts say they're thrilling and provide community. How to solve the ATV problem.
Air Date: May 21, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:49Drexel threatens to clear encampment as arrests linked to Israel-Hamas war protests exceed 3,000
Drexel planned a “phased return” to normal operations on Tuesday, with labs and some other classes to be held in person and lecture classes to stay remote.
4 weeks ago
‘The perfect spot’: Weavers Way opens new grocery store in Germantown
The new co-op opening comes as the neighborhood experiences a rise in residential development.
4 weeks ago
Listen 0:47The new mobile vehicle offers career development resources on resume writing, interview skills, job searching and more.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:16Cabrini University holds its final graduation ceremony before school closes indefinitely
After 67 years of operation, the university announced last June that it would close indefinitely. Kylie Kelce gave the final commencement speech.
4 weeks ago
More than 28% of Black Philadelphians face food insecurity. Philabundance wants to fix that
Food insecurity in the region has jumped nearly 8% in three years, and 67% of residents live below the threshold for SNAP benefits.
4 weeks ago
Drexel students, pro-Palestinian protesters erect Gaza Solidarity Encampment on Drexel’s campus
Protesters marched through Center City demanding a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and marking the anniversary of the 1948 Nakba.
4 weeks ago
Camden County man arrested, accused of committing multiple vehicle arsons at same home
Surveillance video captures a suspect pouring gasoline on the car and lighting it on fire.
4 weeks ago
19 protesters arrested after trying to occupy Penn’s Fisher-Bennett Hall
Protesters say they decided to take over Fisher Bennett Hall because Penn administrators failed to meet their demands and refused to negotiate in good faith.
4 weeks ago
Late night curfew for businesses could expand outside of Kensington to other areas of Philly
The curfews would limit hours at what council members say are often nuisance businesses that disrupt their neighbors.
4 weeks ago
Delco Day returns for year 9 — with a scrapple-themed menu
The price for entry: $6:10, a nod to the 610 area code. Proceeds from Delco Day go to a Delaware County-based cancer foundation.
4 weeks ago
Running, walking, or biking, Eagles Autism Challenge participants have raised millions
The seventh annual event this Saturday will break a record for participants with more than 5,000 people taking part.
4 weeks ago