The penny, America's most familiar and enduring coin, officially met its end on November 12, 2025, right where it began: the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia. After 232 years of circulation, the final batch of one-cent coins w...
Philadelphia is stepping up in a big way after the federal freeze on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits that began at the start of November. With nearly 500,000 residents affected, the Parker Admi...
Trash pickup returns, tensions cool, and a 3-year raise is on the table. After a 12-hour marathon negotiation session on Tuesday, July 9, the city of Philadelphia and District Council 33 -the union representing 9,000 bl...
In a new ranking the most stressed-out cities in the U.S., Philadelphia landed in the top 10. Apparently, Philadelphians are more stressed than people living in other major metropolitan areas like Washington D.C. and N...
The City of Philadelphia will implement a series of road closures and parking restrictions this Saturday to accommodate a large-scale protest planned for June 14, 2025. The event is one of several taking place nationwid...
Pennsylvania, let’s talk real talk about REAL ID. If you live in the Keystone State and haven't upgraded your driver's license yet, it's time to get a move on things. The deadline to get your REAL ID- compliant license...
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker has promised to use data and evidence to improve City government. And now, Mayor Parker has launched a new website, , to increase visibility and accountability across city initiativ...
On Thursday, Philadelphia City Council gave its final approval to the 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City. Today's approval formally ends the two-year contentious debate over 76 Place. Arena pr...
A 'transit death spiral'- that's what SEPTA COO, Scott Sauer called it. SEPTA held a press conference Tuesday to address ongoing issues, including its financial woes and possible strike. To offset its budgeting deficit,...
Today is which means it's time to get out and vote Philly. The polls are open until 8 p.m. and as long as you're in line by then, you can cast your ballot. After performing , be sure to check out these freebies around...