Want to host a block party? After changes last year, Philly’s permit process has glitches

One resident gave up on his festivities altogether.

Defying the Amazon onslaught, Philly publisher opens bookstore in Kensington

The Head & the Hand Books will be a place to "look at works that aren’t glowing back at you."

Philadelphia’s new version of street sweeping is…dusty

Watch a demo of the backpack leaf blowers that will scatter debris — so drivers don't have to move their cars.

Why the MLB All-Star Game in Philly was announced 7 years early

There's the semiquincentennial celebration — but also a sad, personal reason.

After years of SEPTA asks, Google Maps adds transit lines in Philly

The authority and the search engine giant are finally fully integrated.

Billy Penn is joining the WHYY family

Philly has new partners in member-supported local journalism.

Election 2019

‘Councilmanic prerogative’ is a campaign issue. But WTF is it?

A simple guide to City Council’s real estate power.

Was Philly really in danger of getting hit by a tornado?

It's happened before, and night strikes are even more dangerous.

Just moved to Philly? This is your food and drink bucket list

25 great dishes to seek out and try.

Democratic party won’t endorse embattled sheriff, but your ward leader might

With no top-down message, the city's 66 political divisions can decide to back Jewell Williams despite harassment allegations — or not.

Philly Starbucks arrests

The Year in Starbucks: How the coffee giant has remained in the local spotlight

There's been no lack of Philly drama since last year’s unwarranted arrests.

Philly sees the equivalent of a mass shooting every 3 months

Trauma surgeons have a sad name for these instances: "everyday mass shootings."

Philly will pay neighborhoods orgs — and others! — to help reduce gun violence

The Office of Violence Prevention is giving out grants up to $20,000.

Spring cleaning in Philly: Where to donate your stuff so it helps others

Cleaning out your closet can benefit Philadelphians in need.

Who wants to buy Penn Book Center? Owners are taking offers

The independent bookstore has been a West Philly mainstay for 57 years.

Gritty becomes the (unofficial) face of stopping street harassment

A local art group used the mascot's likeness for its annual anti-catcalling campaign.

Election 2019

GOP mayoral candidate targets East Passyunk restaurant over ‘sanctuary’ fundraiser

Le Virtú's owner says Billy Ciancaglini's posts are inciting harassment.

Broke in Philly

130 nonprofits still use SEPTA tokens as final deadline draws near

A year after ceasing public sales, the authority is preparing for a hard stop.

A brief guide to the surprisingly long list of Philly’s pro sports teams

There's plenty of underdogs who deserve local love.

With a message celebrating diverse families, ‘Shazam’ is the superhero movie Philly deserves

Go see it — for the Philadelphia cameos, sure, but also for the optimism.