Saturday

07-19-2025 Vol 2026

Category: Philadelphia

A Rich Musical Week Ahead: Jazz, Cultural Celebrations, and Community Festivities

A Rich Musical Week Ahead: Jazz, Cultural Celebrations, and Community Festivities

This week promises a vibrant musical landscape, featuring an eclectic mix of genres from avant-garde jazz to Latin rhythms. Fans…
Pennsylvania Legislators Launch Public Safety Initiative for Youth

Pennsylvania Legislators Launch Public Safety Initiative for Youth

In a significant move aimed at enhancing public safety for young people in Pennsylvania, State Representatives Carol Kazeem (D-159th Dist.),…
The Importance of Community Inclusion for Individuals with Mental Health Conditions

The Importance of Community Inclusion for Individuals with Mental Health Conditions

The COVID-19 shutdowns forced many Americans into isolation, affecting their ability to engage in valued activities such as spending time…
New Digital Tool Streamlines Reporting of Mobility Violations in Philadelphia

New Digital Tool Streamlines Reporting of Mobility Violations in Philadelphia

In a city known for its vibrant cycling community and increasingly congested streets, a new initiative is making waves. Philly…
From Biochemistry Aspirations to Restaurant Success: Michael Ego’s Culinary Journey

From Biochemistry Aspirations to Restaurant Success: Michael Ego’s Culinary Journey

Michael Ego’s unexpected career trajectory has led him from the pursuit of a biochemistry degree to co-owning a restaurant in…
Addressing Housing Inequity in Philadelphia: The Fair City Challenge’s Solutions

Addressing Housing Inequity in Philadelphia: The Fair City Challenge’s Solutions

In Philadelphia, over 50% of residents own their homes, aligning with the national average for urban areas. However, homeownership statistics…
Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz Undergoes Major Transformation Amid 60th Anniversary Plans

Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz Undergoes Major Transformation Amid 60th Anniversary Plans

The Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts, located on South Broad Street, is set to celebrate its 60th…
Philadelphia Workers Outraged by AFSCME Decision to End Strike with Unsatisfactory Contract

Philadelphia Workers Outraged by AFSCME Decision to End Strike with Unsatisfactory Contract

Philadelphia city workers are expressing their outrage following the abrupt termination of an eight-day strike by AFSCME District Council 33.…
SEPTA Cuts Threaten Mobility and Community for Seniors in Philadelphia

SEPTA Cuts Threaten Mobility and Community for Seniors in Philadelphia

For many seniors in Philadelphia, public transportation is not just a convenience; it is a lifeline to independence and community…
FDR Park in Philadelphia Reimagined with Community Input and Climate Resilience at Heart

FDR Park in Philadelphia Reimagined with Community Input and Climate Resilience at Heart

FDR Park, originally Olmstead Park, has a rich history dating back to the Philadelphia World’s Fair in 1926. Renamed after…
Philadelphia Woman Files Lawsuit Against Former Obama Operative for Sexual Assault

Philadelphia Woman Files Lawsuit Against Former Obama Operative for Sexual Assault

A woman from Philadelphia has initiated a civil lawsuit against Brendan Killackey, a former field operative for Barack Obama’s campaign,…
Philadelphia Community Organizations Face Uncertainty Amid Opioid Funding Changes

Philadelphia Community Organizations Face Uncertainty Amid Opioid Funding Changes

As the Parker Administration in Philadelphia moves to change the funding framework for grassroots efforts addressing the opioid crisis, many…