Philadelphia Wins Best Street Art in USA Today Reader Poll
City takes top spot for third time in four years, highlighting Mural Arts Philadelphia's impact.
Philadelphia Opens LGBTQ+ Tourism Center in Gayborhood
Renowned artist Isaiah Zagar dies at 86
Automotive
Pennsylvania's New License Plate Design Causing Toll Bill Errors
Automated plate readers struggle to distinguish zero from eight on new plates, leading to incorrect toll charges for drivers.

Septa Plans Long-Term Shift to Zero-Emission Bus Fleet
Transit agency evaluates new technologies as it aims to reach 100% zero emissions by 2050.
Philadelphia Auto Show Returns to Convention Center
The annual vehicle showcase features test-driving, one-of-a-kind cars, and appearances by local sports stars.
Lifestyle
Oyster House in Philadelphia Wins James Beard 2026 America's Classics Award
The longtime seafood restaurant is the last of its generation in a city once defined by legendary eateries.

Philadelphia's 2026 One Book, One Philly highlights dystopian novel about censorship
Celeste Ng's 'Our Missing Hearts' explores themes of banned literature, silenced speech, and forced family separation
Philly Residents Among Most Overstimulated by Spam and Group Chats
New study finds Philadelphia area has highest rates of digital notification fatigue in the country
Crime
Red Light Camera Enforcement Begins in Southwest Philadelphia
Drivers now face $100 fines for running red lights at 58th and Baltimore

19 Charged in Sweeping Philadelphia Gang Indictment
Authorities say YBC, CCK, and Parkside Killers responsible for over 3 dozen shootings in 2 years
Woman Speaks Out After Allegations Led to Charges Against Ex-Pennsylvania Police Officer
Victoria Collier Payne discusses the abuse she experienced as a child and the complicated emotions she felt after her uncle, Francis Collier, was fatally shot by police.
Politics
Workers Restore Philadelphia's President's House Slavery Exhibit
The exhibit featuring nine former slaves owned by George Washington has been reinstalled after a court order.

Slavery Exhibit Returning to Philadelphia's Independence Mall
The exhibit was previously removed by the Trump administration.
Slavery Exhibit Returning to Independence Mall in Philadelphia
Exhibit on lives of enslaved people at former President's House to be restored after legal battle with Trump administration
Weather
Snowstorm Slows Rebound of Blood Supply at Philly-Area Banks
Canceled drives and appointments lead to loss of 1,000 blood and platelet donations

Snow Showers Expected Wednesday in Philadelphia Region
Morning commute could be impacted, but overall impacts should be relatively minor
Crews Work to Clear Fallen Trees, Debris After Philadelphia Blizzard
Many neighborhoods have blocked roads and damaged vehicles from downed trees, with contractors expecting cleanup to continue throughout the week.