DNC 2016
Democratic Party posts a DNC video: Cue the cheesesteak!
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‘Down the shore’ explained: A history of Philly’s favorite summer travel phrase
You won’t hear the phrase much outside this region, but in Philadelphia it’s ubiquitous.
Another recount for Pa. voters; ‘Hurricane’ Schwartz retires from NBC10; Inspectors flee L&I | Morning roundup
Free crabfries if you brave shore traffic 🍟
‘Hurricane’ Schwartz retires from NBC Philadelphia after a storm-blazing TV weather career
Philly’s bowtie-wearing meteorologist basically set the format for Weather Channel reporting.
The Philadelphia Latino Film Festival is back, bringing food and drink deals at restaurants around the city
Check the Gusto Grub Guide for in-person or delivery specials, and look for pop-ups at movie events.
This dashboard is tracking the Philly region’s economic growth since the pandemic
It measures four key markers: job growth, small business growth, wage growth, and poverty reduction.
It’s a recount for Oz vs. McCormick: What you need to know about Pa.’s super-close race for Republican Senate nominee
We should know the results by June 8.
Philly is giving free COVID-19 tests to party throwers and event organizers
Party on, Philadelphia? The Health Department knows people aren’t going to stop gathering, so there’s an online application to help make it safer.
$10M land buyback plan; Philly teen gun violence survey; Solutions for Clark Park vendors | Morning roundup
Need a Phanatic hot dog launcher? 🌭
There’s a reason for the ‘Jawn Morgan’ billboard blitz, beyond tormenting residents
Philly has quite the reputation when it comes to personal injury lawsuits.
No pressure: Pa.’s Josh Shapiro is being painted as the potential savior of democracy
National voices say Pennsylvania’s next executive could wield great influence over the 2024 presidential election, and the country’s future.
A big tribute and dance party for Philly to celebrate what Selena means to them
Brooklyn Bowl hosts the first local edition of the touring “Forever Selena” event commemorating the late Tejano singer.
Un gran tributo y fiesta para Filadelfia celebrará lo que Selena significa para ellos
El Brooklyn Bowl presenta la primera edición local de la gira “Forever Selena” que conmemora a la difunta cantante tejana.
Anxious Clark Park vendors are hoping for city solutions, like single-day permits or relaxed requirements
Councilmember Jamie Gauthier said she’ll be “working with stakeholders” on a resolution.
Youth homeless undercount; Faster pothole fixes with new crew; Schools reinstate mask mandate | Morning roundup
Italian Market grease pole competition in photos 🎏
Philadelphia’s $10 million buyback plan could save hundreds of community gardens and lots from sheriff’s sale
Councilmember Brooks’ “Restore Community Land” plan would address bank-owned properties from a failed bond deal from 1997.
Philly Streets is creating a new unit to speed fixing potholes and make sidewalks more accessible
The curb ramp repair crew has the potential to save the city millions in contractor costs.
New library for Port Richmond school; Bluecoat gin is sold; Make PHL Airport autonomous? | Morning roundup
Philly has another Jeopardy champion 📺
Philly tradition: Grease pole competition returns at Italian Market Festival
Heat didn’t stop people from attempting to climb the fabled 30-foot tower of slick.
Can Philly count? Advocates say hundreds more young people are experiencing homelessness than the city will acknowledge
Eighteen to 24-year-olds often “couch surf” if they can, and generally avoid agency services.