Philadelphia

Pennsylvania is giving its standard license plates a patriotic refresh with a new design featuring the Liberty Bell, blue lettering and the phrase “Let Freedom Ring.”

The match between Brazilian side Flamengo and Tunisia’s Espérance de Tunisie featured vibrant fan bases, walls of noise, and a chance to see their team in their hometown.

Take Back Your Neighborhood filed a lawsuit against PennDOT, SEPTA and State Rep. Jared Solomon over plans to remove car lanes along Castor Avenue.

The nonprofit organization takes requests for books from incarcerated people in the Mid-Atlantic.

The transit agency is facing funding opposition from Pennsylvania Republicans over safety. SEPTA says it plans to hire new officers despite its budget crisis.

There will be a number of events across the city through next Sunday.

Last week, the EPA announced that it plans to repeal a rule expected to curb climate pollution from power plants.

We discuss the news of the past week with Solomon Jones, Philadelphia Inquirer columnist and WURD radio host, and lawyer and columnist Christine Flowers.

Research shows participation in the program sets up students for success by strengthening their executive functions.

Renters won’t need to pay a lump sum before they move in and can use installments under a Philadelphia City Council bill that’s headed to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s desk.

The FIFA Club World Cup this summer will be a practice run for public health officials to prepare for a larger crowd of international visitors in 2026.

Organizers designated Philadelphia as the lead city in a movement spanning the nation, with over 2,000 protests planned.

Saturday’s events at Independence Mall are the core of a three-day, public celebration.

For now, there is no dedicated funding, but that could change if the bill’s sponsor gets his way.

Board members reviewed 18 schools up for charter renewal, two weeks after approving the first new charter school since 2018.