What the colorful markings on Philly-area streets and sidewalks reveal about what’s underground
The symbols might look like gibberish, but they have important safety purposes.
Birthright citizenship is constitutional. But some Americans have always had to prove themselves worthy.
Since Wong Kim Ark in 1898, being born in the U.S. makes you an American. What remains unsettled is the political desire to narrow the boundaries of belonging.
A Man is found shot to death near the Tacony Boat Launch
Homicides are down 40% compared with the same time last year.
Sixers promote Jameer Nelson to executive vice president of basketball operations
Nelson will hold the front office’s No. 2 position under Mike Gansey, while Elton Brand is expected to transition to a new role and title.
A Penn State student was shot to death in South Philadelphia, police said
The victim lived just steps away from where he was killed.
Brandon Marsh sparks Phillies’ offensive surge in 9-5 series finale win over White Sox
Marsh, who has been the Phillies’ best player, homered in his third straight game, while Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott also got in on the act. The Phillies recorded 11…
Philly’s 2026 Pride took over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
The LGBTQ+ event also was the first in several years to include an admission fee. Pride attendees said they were happy to see the event move to the parkway.
A 25-year-old man was shot and wounded Sunday morning at a Penn’s Landing hotel, police said
Police said a physical altercation preceded the shooting. The suspected shooter also suffered injuries.
Andrew Painter presses for command; Don Mattingly asked to join NL All-Star staff
The Phillies pitching coach said Painter needs to work on the basics. Meanwhile, Mattingly could coach in an All-Star Game for the second time.
Lapstone & Hammer represents Philly as part of World Cup collaboration with U.S. Soccer
The U.S. Soccer Federation gave 11 designers across the World Cup cities an opportunity to design a clothing collection representing their city’s culture. Lapstone & Hammer represents Philly.