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Carla Hayden, 14th Librarian of Congress, spoke with Ashley Jordan, president and CEO of the African American Museum in Philadelphia, at an event at the Free Library of Philadelphia Central Branch on June 28, 2025. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
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Carla Hayden, former Librarian of Congress, speaks on her dismissal, the future of libraries at Philadelphia event

Hayden, both the first woman and first Black person to head the Library of Congress, was fired by President Donald Trump in May.

5 days ago

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the intersection of Baltimore Avenue, Cobbs Creek Parkway and 58th Street
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Safety fixes planned at West Philadelphia intersection where cyclist was killed last month

Safety improvements are coming to 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue. Residents say the changes can’t come soon enough.

5 days ago

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After yearslong battle, work has begun on new headquarters for Philly’s 22nd Police District

The North Central Public Safety Building will include a new police station and a Police Athletic League center.

1 week ago

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Philadelphia public pools: Opening dates for 2025 summer season

More than 60 city pools will open on a rolling basis. Here’s what to know.

3 weeks ago

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Urban Planning

Philadelphia City Council just approved Mayor Parker’s signature housing proposal. Here’s what you need to know

The $2 billion plan — the Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative — is rooted in creating and preserving 30,000 units of housing, and is backed by a massive bond.

3 weeks ago

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During the MOVE bombing in Philadelphia on May 13, 1985, a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter, flown by Philadelphia Police Department aviators, was used to drop an explosive device on the MOVE house.
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Editor’s Note: WHYY News uncovers exclusive source and new insight on MOVE bombing 40th anniversary

On that fateful day, a helicopter pilot urged the city, "you don't have to drop the bomb" on MOVE’s West Philly home. His warning went unheard, until now.

1 month ago

From left, Krisy Elisii, Glenda Childs, Kate Steck and Lauren Ford, organizers of the seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival, pose for a photo on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Broad Commons Park in Doylestown. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Community

Bucks County Book Festival draws hundreds of readers, authors to main event

The seventh annual Bucks County Book Festival drew crowds with author panels, book signings and a celebration of community, creativity and the joy of reading.

2 months ago

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people at the Chinatown Stitch pop-up
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As Philadelphia looks to ‘cap’ Vine Street Expressway, it seeks Chinatown community feedback

The project is hosting pop-up events to share design options for a park that aims to restore and reconnect the neighborhood.

2 months ago

Germantown Jazz Festival musicians playing
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Germantown aims to hit a high note with a jazz festival this weekend

The Philly neighborhood’s historic jazz scene has dwindled over the years. Enthusiasts hope the inaugural three-day event will infuse life back into the community.

2 months ago

a Nazi flag, blurred, outside a Montco home
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Neighbors outraged over Nazi flag flying outside of Montgomery County home

Neighbors say they first noticed the flag along Meng Road about two weeks ago and contacted Lower Frederick Township to see if anything could be done.

4 months ago

A municipal sanitation worker collects trash in Philadelphia
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Residents say twice-weekly pickups aren’t fixing Philly’s trash problem

The mayor’s pilot program adding another trash day in Center City and South Philly was meant to reduce litter — but some residents say the problem has only gotten worse.

6 months ago

A giant mushroom hangs over Kennett Square for a new year's celebration
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Kennett Square rings in the new year by dropping a 700-pound sparkling mushroom

This year marks the 12th iteration of the mushroom drop for the Chester County town.

6 months ago

Tyler Gittelman poses for a picture with the Free Library's Book Bike outside the South Philly branch.
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Billy Penn

With Book Bike, Free Library takes reading to the public

Innovative program meets potential readers where they are — in their neighborhoods, at games, etc.

6 months ago

Icebox Project Space sign at the Crane Arts studios
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Black Visioning Group celebrates 4th anniversary with art, performances

The collective, which supports Philly’s Black queer and trans communities, is holding an event this weekend.

7 months ago

Protesters sitting on the floor and locking arms
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Urban Planning

After protesters removed from chambers, Philly Council votes 12-5 to approve Sixers’ arena proposal

The controversial development is now on track to open in Center City in 2031.

7 months ago

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