The Philly school board just voted to borrow $600 million to pay its bills
Borrowing to pay bills is a rite of summer for the district, the only school system in Pennsylvania unable to raise its own funds.
North Philly’s Kahleah Copper is heading to the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game as a replacement selection
This will be the fifth WNBA All-Star Game for Copper, who graduated from Prep Charter and Rutgers.
Ravi Coltrane joins ‘one of the greatest orchestras in the history of the world’ to celebrate his legendary father’s 100th birthday
John Coltrane wasn't born in Philadelphia but we have ample reasons to claim him. The city's orchestra teamed with the the saxophonist's son for a concert at the Mann.
Founder of Kensington anti-violence nonprofit arrested for knife attack on SEPTA train, authorities say
Rosalind "Roz" Pichardo, founder of Operation Save Our City, was arrested for attacking a SEPTA passenger with a box cutter during an argument last week, authorities said.
Why labor unions are sticking with two Pa. Republicans, even as control of the U.S. House hangs in the balance
Republican U.S. Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Rob Bresnahan have scored an unusual amount of organized labor support. Could it help them appeal to swing district voters in November?
McGlinchey’s Bar is back on the market as Center City’s pub scene continues to shift
A sale plan for the longtime dive bar has fallen through. Meanwhile, the Hayes is listed for sale, Cherry Street Tavern is said to be near a deal, and Bonner’s…
Amid Kai Wagner and Quinn Sullivan’s returns, Neil Pierre stole the show in the Union’s win
The prized centerback prospect played 34 minutes as a second-half substitute after Japhet Sery Larsen felt some hamstring tightness, and finally showed he’s ready for the big leagues.
Spain’s most famous wine region is mixing it up with this native grape
Many wine drinkers associate Rioja with tempranillo, but garnacha is making things more interesting in Spain's best-known wine region.
Limits on sports betting | Morning Newsletter
The rise of legalized sports betting is clashing with the potential for ruinous gambling addictions. The state is looking for a solution.
2026 Volvo EX30: The little EV that could go fast, but beyond that …
It’s small and feels every bit of it. That helps with the acceleration and handling, but not with fitting in people or feeling like you’ve gotten your money’s worth.