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SEPTA's South Broad Concourse to fully reopen for first time since COVID-19 pandemic

The South Broad Concourse connecting City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations will be completely open Monday for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of the underground network of tunnels reopened this summer in anticipation of the World Cup, MLB All-Star Game and semiquincentennial. But the South Penn Connector, a half-loop along South Penn Square connecting East Market and Broad streets, remained shuttered through the celebrations. Commuters will gain access to this corridor and with it, the complete concourse, next week ahead of the winter season.

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Camden Weighs Three-Month Limit on Public Street Memorials

A proposal before Camden City Council would put a three-month limit on temporary outdoor memorials placed on public property, then let the Department of Public Works take them down. Angel Fuentes introduced the ordinance, which is not law yet. Council is expected to hold a public hearing and is scheduled...

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One-Fifth of Philly's Homeless Are Veterans, and the Phillies Event Was a Stark Reminder

Ncaab on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) About 200 service members and their families were welcomed to Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday night, a powerful evening of activities and recognition hosted by the Phillies and SEI for […]

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On the Town Food Tours Stops in Haddonfield and Medford

South Jersey is home to a wide array of cuisines that are just waiting to be discovered. In these little suburban towns, it can be hard for the hole-in-the-wall spots to get some recognition. On the Town Food Tours, started and run by Audrey Wiggins, saw a chance to support and be an additional asset for them.

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Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly reveals 2027 lineup for 10th anniversary

Share the post "Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly reveals 2027 lineup for 10th anniversary" Decibel Magazine Metal & Beer Fest: Philly has announced its full band lineup for its 10th anniversary edition, set for April 10, 2027, at The Fillmore Philadelphia. Agalloch will headline the event, marking their...

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The Force is coming to Philadelphia! First look at new ‘Star Wars' exhibit

A galaxy far, far away is coming to Philadelphia, and we're getting our first look. The Franklin Institute has revealed some of the iconic artifacts heading to "Star Wars: The Experience," a world-premiere exhibition opening Feb. 13, 2027, just in time for the franchise's 50th anniversary year. Among the treasures...

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Hail piles up like snow near Philadelphia as tornadoes, flooding hit mid-Atlantic

Drivers became stranded in several inches of hail, crews brought out shovels and front loaders, and more than 800 flights were canceled as severe storms swept from Philadelphia to New York City. Hail piled up deep enough to strand drivers and send crews out with shovels near Philadelphia on Thursday,...

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COUNCILWOMAN CINDY BASS TO INTRODUCE RESOLUTION CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS ON PHILADELPHIA’S CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM

Resolution seeks examination of Community Umbrella Agencies and School District hiring and screening practices following the tragic death of 10-year-old Malayshia Alford. Councilwoman Cindy Bass (8th District) will introduce a resolution during this week’s Philadelphia City Council stated session authorizing the Committee of the Whole to hold public hearings examining the City’s Community Umbrella Agency (CUA) system and the School District of Philadelphia’s hiring and screening practices.

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Marines Mark 251st Birthday on a Philly Parking Lot Where a Tavern Will Rise Again

Marines gathered Tuesday on a parking lot on South 2nd Street between Market and Chestnut in Philadelphia to celebrate the Marine Corps' 251st birthday, standing on the future site of a planned reconstruction of Tun Tavern, the watering hole widely considered the birthplace of the Corps. The gathering marked the third annual block party commemorating the occasion at the site, drawing Marines past and present to a stretch of pavement that organizers hope will one day host a working tribute to their service's origins, according to 6abc Philadelphia.

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Philadelphia Parents of Students With Special Needs Report Late Buses, Tracking App Glitches

Some parents of School District of Philadelphia students with special needs say repeated transportation problems with the district's new transportation contractor have delayed their children's trips to and from school. According to an Action News 6abc report, Zum began operating this school year under a five-year, $483 million contract with...

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30th Street Station south concourse opens after 3 years of renovations

After nearly three years of construction, the interior construction barrier at 30th Street Station is gone and the south concourse is open to visitors.

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How to Compare Managed Service Providers in Philadelphia

Choosing a managed service provider (MSP) is one of the most consequential decisions a Philadelphia business can make. Your IT infrastructure touches every part of daily operations, from customer data security to employee productivity. Yet with so many providers competing for your business, how do you separate the ones that deliver real value from those that simply promise it?

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Philly planted 18,581 trees over past three years, placing it 'on track' to reach goals to grow canopy

The coalition tasked with boosting Philly's tree canopy planted over 18,000 trees during the past three years, providing an encouraging if incomplete picture of the city's progress on its long-term greenery goals. MORE: Who are the purple-vested workers now patrolling SEPTA stations?. That data comes from a report released Thursday...

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Philly launches a new effort to tackle potholes throughout the city

PHILADELPHIA (WPHL) — Philadelphia is launching a new frontline effort to protect city streets called the Road Warriors Pothole Squad. It’s a dedicated team of 22 people focused exclusively on proactive street repair and faster response to potholes. “This program, it will help us be more proactive,” said Streets Commissioner Kristin Del Rossi. “The whole […]

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Philly commuters 'admire' mobility scooter user's large ladder haul

A Philadelphia commuter captured an unusual sight: a mobility scooter user hauling a massive ladder through traffic. The motorist who captured the video said she felt a sense of “admiration” for their audacity.

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Philadelphia Traffic Deaths Fall 26% in 2025 as Serious Injuries Rise

Eighty-nine people died on Philadelphia streets in 2025, the fewest traffic deaths since 2019 and 31 fewer than the year before, yet the city’s roads remain dangerous, reports Jack Tomczuk for Metro Philadelphia. The 26 percent drop — detailed in the city’s latest Vision Zero annual report — is...

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Philadelphia city council investigates sudden closure of oldest natural history research institution in the Americas

The Academy of Natural Sciences, a 198-year-old public museum in Philadelphia run by Drexel University, shuttered in September because of rising costs. The university’s president will now testify under subpoena before Philadelphia’s city council on 16 November, answering questions about the sudden closure and what will happen to the museum’s valuable collection of more than 19 million specimens.

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NRA files lawsuit challenging PA’s carry restrictions for adults under 21

The National Rifle Association (NRA) and other gun rights advocates have filed a federal lawsuit challenging Pennsylvania’s minimum age requirement of 21 to obtain a license to carry a firearm. According to a statement on the NRA’s website, the Firearms Policy Coalition and 18-year-old Daniel Maines of Philadelphia are...

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New Jersey Town Votes to End 150-Year Ban on Alcohol Sales

New Jersey Town Votes to End 150-Year Ban on Alcohol Sales

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Tornado rips through Delaware: Sign crushes cars, helicopter hit

A line of strong storms swept through the Philadelphia region Thursday afternoon, Nov. 12, spawning a tornado in Delaware and leaving damaged buildings, downed trees and piles of hail. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado touched down in New Castle County. Crews were set to assess damage in Burlington County, New Jersey, on Friday.

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