Metro Philly

02/24/2025

Important deadlines are approaching for recovery support services that have been offered since a fatal airplane crash in Northeast Philadelphia late last month.

Important deadlines are approaching for recovery support services that have been offered since a fatal airplane crash in Northeast Philadelphia.

02/24/2025

It's official, Philadelphia. After years of detailed plans and delays, the long-decaying ship, SS United States, has finally left Pier 82 on the Delaware River. Now, after three decades, it's on its way to becoming an artificial reef off the coast of Florida.

It’s official, Philadelphia. After years of detailed plans and delays, SS United States has finally left Pier 82 on the Delaware River.

02/24/2025

Four separate weekend shootings left a man dead and four other people wounded across Philadelphia.

02/24/2025

Following 12 arrests made over the weekend, prosecutors say they have nearly dismantled a South Philadelphia-based street gang that allegedly victimized dozens of people through a series of shootings, carjackings and other crimes.

Prosecutors say they have nearly dismantled a South Philadelphia-based street gang that allegedly victimized dozens of people through a series of shootings,

02/24/2025

The Sixers and Joel Embiid are 'considering alternative options' regarding his knee condition. However, the solution is not as simple as just having another surgery.

After continuing to see little to no improvement from their current treatment strategy, the Sixers and Joel Embiid will once again consult doctors and will

02/21/2025

Following the Sixers' loss to the Boston Celtics, Joel Embiid discussed being 'not as dominant' due to the limitations of his knee condition.

PHILADELPHIA — Following a blowout loss to the Boston Celtics on Thursday, Feb. 20, Sixers' star Joel Embiid discussed not only the team's performance but his

02/20/2025

Last week, the Committee of Housing, Neighborhood Development and the Homeless gathered with Philadelphia residents and housing advocates to address the city’s affordable housing crisis. But can Philadelphia “create or repair” 30,000 housing units?

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02/20/2025

Last week, the Committee of Housing, Neighborhood Development and the Homeless gathered with Philadelphia residents and housing advocates to address the city's affordable housing crisis. But can Philadelphia "create or repair" 30,000 housing units?

City officials and lawmakers gathered with Philadelphia residents and advocates to address the city's affordable housing crisis.

02/20/2025

Ahead of their return to action, the Sixers have made yet another roster addition, as they're set to sign 3-point sniper Alex Reese to a two-way deal.

As first reported by ESPN's Shams Charania, Reese will join the Sixers on a two-way deal. The Sixers currently have only one other two-way spot filled, Jeff

02/20/2025

A 64-year-old woman who apparently walked with a cane was fatally shot early Thursday morning in Kingsessing, authorities said.

02/19/2025

Report: The Philadelphia Eagles have promoted Kevin Patullo to become the team's offensive coordinator.

After a week-plus of rightfully enjoying life following their second Super Bowl victory, the Philadelphia Eagles have announced the first major offseason

02/19/2025

For those freezing Philadelphians looking for some warmth this winter — Metro has the perfect place. Dim Sum Garden reopened at its new location at 1024 Race Street this month, reminding diners that their cuisine is the ultimate comfort food.

Dim Sum Garden reopened at its new location at 1024 Race Street, and the mother-daughter team is serving diners the ultimate comfort food.

02/19/2025

Cradles to Crayons-Philadelphia is asking for the community's help to collect winter coats, along with boots, warm clothing and other winter accessories as part of the Gear Up for Winter initiative.

With the recent wave of frigid winter weather, Cradles to Crayons-Philadelphia is in urgent need of donations of coats for local children.

02/19/2025

The Camden Adventure Aquarium is always filled with underwater creatures—even mermaids. From Feb. 21 to March 16 (Fridays through Sundays only), locals see "real-life" mermaids diving among its collection of sandbar, sand tiger and nurse sharks.

The Camden Adventure Aquarium is always filled with underwater creatures—even mermaids.

02/19/2025

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02/18/2025

District Attorney Larry Krasner officially launched his re-election campaign on Tuesday, promising voters a safer and freer Philadelphia, as well as pledging to stand up against MAGA extremism.

District Attorney Larry Krasner officially launched his re-election campaign on Tuesday, promising voters a safer and freer Philadelphia.

02/18/2025

Visitors commonly view Philadelphia’s Chinatown as a place to eat Chinese food and appreciate Chinese culture. But for longtime members of the Chinatown community, the neighborhood – home to over over 5,000 residents – is also defined by its tenacity and survival.

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02/18/2025

Visitors commonly view Philadelphia's Chinatown as a place to eat Chinese food and appreciate Chinese culture. But for longtime members of the Chinatown community, the neighborhood – home to over over 5,000 residents – is also defined by its tenacity and survival.

For longtime members of Philadelphia's Chinatown, the neighborhood – home to over over 5,000 residents – is defined by its activism and survival.