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Mayor Cherelle Parker to Open New Joint Public Safety Hub in Center City Philadelphia officials are expanding their public safety footprint in Center City with the launch of a new Joint Public Safety Hub on Market Street, a coordination center designed to bring multiple law enforcement agencies under one roof. Mayor Cherelle Parker was scheduled to unveil […]
Protesters rally after arrests at Philly Pride; police defend response, community challenges tactics
Philly hotel workers threaten strike before World Cup, July 4 crowds, demanding better wages and conditions.
ODUNDE ’26: Your Guide to Philly’s African Culture Festival ODUNDE Festival Week is HERE and we want to make sure you know about everything happening in the city. Check out this year’s ODUNDE Festival schedule for details, including ticket and RSVP info! Tuesday, June 9th Bumi Bestie Happy Hour | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM […]
Sixers Elevate Jameer Nelson as Front Office Reshuffle Continues The 76ers have made another significant change to their basketball operations structure, promoting Jameer Nelson to executive vice president of basketball operations under new team president Mike Gansey, according to a report published Saturday. The move makes Nelson the No. 2 executive in Philadelphia’s front office and continues a broad organizational […]
Wawa Welcome America offers free access to Philly's top museums, showcasing the city's diverse cultural heritage.
Authorities continue to investigate a brazen theft after criminals made off with nearly $500,000 worth of bourbon from a North Philadelphia warehouse during a carefully planned daytime operation. The theft took place Friday afternoon at a warehouse on the 2400 block of North American Street. Company officials said the suspects targeted a shipment of Noble […]
Philly unveils plan for 800+ public EV chargers, aiming to expand access & reduce pollution across neighborhoods.
Recovery Mission Underway After Philadelphia Barber Disappears in Delaware River A recovery mission was underway on the Delaware River after a Philadelphia man disappeared in the water early Friday during what authorities believe was a large social gathering on a boat. Marine crews were searching a stretch of the river between North Delaware Avenue and Linden […]
Pennsylvania Begins Ticketing Drivers Under Paul Miller’s Law Pennsylvania drivers can now be cited for holding and using a cell phone behind the wheel, as the warning period under Paul Miller’s Law has ended and full enforcement is now underway. Beginning June 5, police across the state can issue a $50 fine, plus court costs and fees, to […]
June is Pride Month and Philadelphia is showing up and showing out. Whether you’re looking for culture, community, music, or just a reason to celebrate love here are 5 Pride events in Philly you absolutely need to put on your calendar this month. Event number 1: Pride on the Parkway Benjamin Franklin Parkway We’re moving […]
SEPTA Transit Police Warn of Possible Summer Strike as Contract Talks Stall A contract standoff between SEPTA and its transit police union is raising the possibility of a strike during one of Philadelphia’s busiest stretches of the year, including the World Cup and other major summer events. The Fraternal Order of Transit Police Lodge 109 […]
