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Thousands celebrate LGBTQ+ community at 2024 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Inclusivity was on full display Sunday at the 2024 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival. The largest progress rainbow Pride flag in America filled the street as marchers carried it down 6th Street. Thousands came out to the march and festival, and nearly everyone who spoke to CBS News Philadelphia said the experience felt liberating. Aura Lee, a drag performer, said this is one of her favorite times of the year."It makes me feel welcome, included, and like I finally have a safe space, which is what we all should have," Aura Lee said.Aura Lee said she was "over the moon" with...
When Philadelphia's massive summer cleanup will hit your block
Mayor Cherelle Parker's ambitious 13-week citywide cleanup program begins Monday. Why it matters: Crews will target issues aimed at improving Philadelphians' quality of life — from sweeping streets to patching potholes to cleaning SEPTA stations. How it works: Crews from 12 government agencies will clean every block of the...
Philadelphia Officials Urge Readiness as NOAA Predicts Intense 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
As the Atlantic hurricane season hovers on the brink of its June 1 start, city officials in Philadelphia are sounding the alarm for residents to hunker down and brace for what could be a particularly ferocious stretch of storms. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has weighed in with an ominous forecast for a potentially heavy 2024 season, citing the lingering effects of La Nina and unusually warm Atlantic waters as prime culprits for brewing trouble.
Things to do in Philly this weekend – Pride Parade, Roots Picnic, Upper Deck Golf, more
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Philadelphia is popping off this weekend in a flurry of Pride celebrations, musical performances and sports festivities. If you're looking to celebrate Pride month this weekend in Philadelphia, catch the iconic Roots Picnic at Fairmount Park or head to South Philly for a Phillies game or Upper Deck Golf, you've come to the right place. Get your sunglasses ready because you're about to be outside this weekend! Here's a list of events and festivities going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley. Roots Picnic at Fairmount ParkThe Mann Center in Philadelphia will host some of the most legendary names...
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