Soil from Revolutionary battlefields was mixed at Independence Hall on this week in Philly history
The ceremony was held in the shadow of Independence Hall to re-dedicate the states “to the principles of freedom.”
Semiquincentennial parade canceled due to heat, Pops on Independence still on
”I get it — no one wants the liability. But are we just going to cancel everything?" a hopeful party attendee said on Facebook.
SEPTA’s bus numbering system is a relic from the streetcar era
The bus numbers in Philly are a relic of a time when Philadelphians moved through streetcars pulled by horses.
Everything we learned from Jaylen Brown’s first stream since being traded to the Sixers
Known for his social media presence in recent years, Brown took to his stream to read his statement, speak directly to fans and explain a few behind-the-scenes details.
Frederick Douglass’ critical lesson for the 250th: ‘Contend, contend’
Frederick Douglass spent his life demanding that America live up to its principles. On the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday, his most exhausted and defiant work is his most…
Paul George was a flashy free-agent signing two years ago. His choppy Sixers stint led to another blockbuster trade
George, a former perennial All-Star and the Sixers' big free-agent signing in 2024, played in 78 total games across two seasons — and only 36 with both Joel Embiid and…
Independence (the eagle) is coming to Philadelphia
A bald eagle will be traveling Auburn University to Philadelphia for July 4th.
Philly’s fireworks won’t start until midnight on July 4th and some residents say that’s too late
Fairmount residents are hoping the city calms vehicle and pedestrian traffic during the nation's 250th.
Pa. state and religious leaders hold vigil to honor lives lost in ICE custody ahead of nation’s 250th birthday
The vigil, which comes after the Supreme Court's decision to remove temporary protection status from Haitians and Syrians, pushed for action in support of immigrants.
Racist backlash roiled these high schoolers’ production of ‘1776.’ It strengthened their resolve.
Racially incendiary and antisemitic comments were made under social media photos of the diverse cast, which includes students of color and women playing the Founding Fathers.