The South Philly oil refinery that shut down after a 2019 explosion and fire is now being redeveloped as a "sprawling" warehouse district. Residents got a look at the early stages of the upcoming Bellwether District.

Preliminary data from 2021 to 2025 shows progress in math and improved attendance for Philadelphia students. But, there is still lots of room for overall improvement.

With limited funds, non-profit organizations often get left behind when it comes to digital literacy. Philly's SPARK Innovation Academy program is hoping to catch them up. https://t.co/djQAzt19NZ

“Intergenerational trauma also implies intergenerational joy and resilience.” These artists created a "Living Museum," with installations inspired by elders from Chinese, Vietnamese, Indonesian and Laotian backgrounds. Check it out Oct. 22-26. https://t.co/lOBomzTErg

In the aftermath of the "No Kings" protest, the government shutdown slogs on. Here's what's closed, what's open and how federal workers and institutions are being affected. https://t.co/aLb7yESBoe

“We listened to what people were interested in and what they wanted to learn more about,” co-editor Charlene Mires said. “Hundreds of people have contributed their time and talents to creating the content that you’ll find in these books.”

As Halloween approaches, we’ve compiled a list of scary movie screenings around the city — from truly gory horrors to complex paranormal romances, dating from 1947 to today.

City agencies use a variety of AI tools for a range of tasks — ranging from writing software and giving parking tickets, to flying police drones and doing facial recognition for criminal investigations.

Philly’s volunteer center for the FIFA World Cup just opened in the Fashion District! The space will be a hub for over 3,000 helpers throughout the tournament.

District Attorney candidate Pat Dugan lost the Democratic primary earlier this year, so is now running as a Republican to unseat incumbent DA Larry Krasner in November. He touted endorsements and is pleading with voters to show up to vote.

The West Philly Tool Library has become an institution in its neighborhood over 18 years. Now, they're looking for a new home for their 5,000 tools and roster of classes.

Food artists duked it out at Reading Terminal's annual scrapple sculpting competition last weekend. But was the winner Scrapple Gritty? A Tush Push homage called the "Mush Push"? A pork-filled art museum miniature? Read to find out.

"The Kindred Podcast" — a show all about our relationship with animals — just dropped its ninth season. Check out our conversation with host Kate Coffin.

Student athletes can text with a chatbot named “Sam” about career planning, mental health support and other resources, with an eye to prepping for life after school.

Spectators gathered at Fort Mifflin to watch the Parade of Ships up the Delaware River. The procession is the first event of Homecoming 250, commemorating the historic anniversary of the Navy and the Marine Corps. https://t.co/QMsrQl2niG

Disability rights advocates slammed the city for persistently failing to ensure accessibility and enforce its own policies, during a City Council hearing on disabled access to World Cup games and other 2026 activities. https://t.co/DvlSqKvcFn

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern will be in Philadelphia for four performances at the Miller Theater from Friday to Sunday. The show is a mix between scripted material, improv and an actual role-playing game. No two performances are the same. https://t.co/3IRyoQ6lJz

Philadelphia has many employee-owned companies. Keystone Bicycle Co. is a worker-owned cooperative in the city. They told Billy Penn that "community is a top priority" with this structure.

The Clay Studio's new exhibit, 'Clay as Care,' may be just what you need to boost your dopamine. The new show explores how ceramics can help with healing, and invites visitors to join in the interactive experience.

Overdose deaths in Philadelphia have dropped sharply. As the city's wellness ecosystem expands, which are the projects that are making a positive impact and which could use improvement?