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With the candidate endorsements, the November election is all but officially set.
The Pa. GOP and state Dems finalize their endorsements for the 2026 governor’s race
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February 10, 2026 at 1:55 AM
With the candidate endorsements, the November election is all but officially set.
Both took place between Jan. 20, when the city first declared an “enhanced Code Blue,” and Feb. 6.
Philadelphia reports two deaths related to intense cold
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February 10, 2026 at 12:52 AM
Both took place between Jan. 20, when the city first declared an “enhanced Code Blue,” and Feb. 6.
Their neighbors in Abington Township, Jeremy and Simone Mock, accuse the governor and his wife, Lori Shapiro, of illegally occupying part of their yard. The Shapiros filed a counter suit.
A security fence has sparked dueling lawsuits between Gov. Josh Shapiro and his Abington neighbors
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February 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM
Their neighbors in Abington Township, Jeremy and Simone Mock, accuse the governor and his wife, Lori Shapiro, of illegally occupying part of their yard. The Shapiros filed a counter suit.
A thaw really is coming soon, but this has been a rare run of weather for Philly.
Philly’s snowpack is making history, along with misery
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February 9, 2026 at 11:47 PM
A thaw really is coming soon, but this has been a rare run of weather for Philly.
Created by sculptor Stephen Layne in 2014, the Frazier statue has stood in the sports complex for about a decade.
Joe Frazier statue could move to base of Art Museum steps, taking Rocky’s place
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February 9, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Created by sculptor Stephen Layne in 2014, the Frazier statue has stood in the sports complex for about a decade.
“Due to insufficient heat throughout the building, Greenberg is not able to safely support in-person learning at this time,” district officials wrote to parents this weekend.
Greenberg Elementary students have been relocated as Philly schools continue to face cold-weather issues
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February 9, 2026 at 11:08 PM
“Due to insufficient heat throughout the building, Greenberg is not able to safely support in-person learning at this time,” district officials wrote to parents this weekend.
“You cannot tell the story of American culture, innovation, music, art, and food without Black Americans because they are woven into every thread of the national narrative.” — Angela Val, president and CEO of Visit Philly.
There is no Black Philadelphia history without Patti LaBelle
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February 9, 2026 at 9:32 PM
“You cannot tell the story of American culture, innovation, music, art, and food without Black Americans because they are woven into every thread of the national narrative.” — Angela Val, president and CEO of Visit Philly.
The Kibitz Room in Cherry Hill shuttered without notice. The Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing, if approved, would dissolve the business, founded in 2001.
The landmark Kibitz Room deli in Cherry Hill, which closed last month, has filed for bankruptcy
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February 9, 2026 at 9:06 PM
The Kibitz Room in Cherry Hill shuttered without notice. The Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing, if approved, would dissolve the business, founded in 2001.
Two more Philadelphia Museum of Art senior staffers are departing as the museum continues to plot out its path after a period of institutional turmoil.
Philadelphia Museum of Art’s chief of staff and CFO have resigned
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February 9, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Two more Philadelphia Museum of Art senior staffers are departing as the museum continues to plot out its path after a period of institutional turmoil.
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Shiroi Hana served its last meal in January after 41 years. “It’s sad. Very sad,” said Patti Moon, who with her husband, Robert, took over in 1998.
After 41 years, Center City’s longest-operating Japanese restaurant has closed
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February 9, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Shiroi Hana served its last meal in January after 41 years. “It’s sad. Very sad,” said Patti Moon, who with her husband, Robert, took over in 1998.
This loan salesman began by funding home improvement companies and wants to sell more insurance.
Philly native Mike Petrakis built PowerPay, a fintech company for people who think banks are too slow
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February 9, 2026 at 6:44 PM
This loan salesman began by funding home improvement companies and wants to sell more insurance.
Hundreds of people in Pa. and N.J. are using a job site that connects federal workers to public service work.
Former federal workers are taking up local government jobs
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February 9, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Hundreds of people in Pa. and N.J. are using a job site that connects federal workers to public service work.
With remnants of January’s storm still lingering, the “savesies” debate is on. Frustrated Philadelphians thought they had a winter parking system, until the snow stuck around.
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February 9, 2026 at 4:57 PM
With remnants of January’s storm still lingering, the “savesies” debate is on. Frustrated Philadelphians thought they had a winter parking system, until the snow stuck around.
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"Bad Bunny has rescued the Super Bowl," writes Inquirer music critic Dan DeLuca.
"[He] promised that the Benito Bowl would be a proud celebration of his native Puerto Rico, and boy was it ever!"
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"[He] promised that the Benito Bowl would be a proud celebration of his native Puerto Rico, and boy was it ever!"
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February 9, 2026 at 2:28 PM
"Bad Bunny has rescued the Super Bowl," writes Inquirer music critic Dan DeLuca.
"[He] promised that the Benito Bowl would be a proud celebration of his native Puerto Rico, and boy was it ever!"
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"[He] promised that the Benito Bowl would be a proud celebration of his native Puerto Rico, and boy was it ever!"
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Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s campaign raised almost $1.7 million last year despite her not facing reelection until 2027, according to a new campaign finance report.
Mayor Cherelle Parker’s campaign raised an eye-popping $1.7 million last year though she won’t face reelection until 2027
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February 9, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s campaign raised almost $1.7 million last year despite her not facing reelection until 2027, according to a new campaign finance report.
The former Dutch territory is the smallest country ever to qualify for a men’s World Cup. It's better-known for producing baseball players, but in recent years has grown on the world soccer stage.
A ‘Blue Wave’ will carry Curaçao’s all-time World Cup underdog story to Philly
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February 9, 2026 at 1:15 PM
The former Dutch territory is the smallest country ever to qualify for a men’s World Cup. It's better-known for producing baseball players, but in recent years has grown on the world soccer stage.
Ghana finds itself in a crowded Group L among the likes of England, Croatia, and Panama. Here's a look at the nation and its footprint here in Philadelphia
Ghana’s plan to emerge from a crowded group of strong soccer nations runs through Philly
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February 9, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Ghana finds itself in a crowded Group L among the likes of England, Croatia, and Panama. Here's a look at the nation and its footprint here in Philadelphia
Johnson’s public insistence that Council members effectively have veto power over parts of the district’s long-awaited facilities master plan raises the stakes ahead of a Feb. 17 hearing.
Philly Council president says he’ll hold up school funding over the closure and consolidation plan ‘if need be’
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February 9, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Johnson’s public insistence that Council members effectively have veto power over parts of the district’s long-awaited facilities master plan raises the stakes ahead of a Feb. 17 hearing.
This will be the Vatreni's seventh World Cup, and they boast three top-three finishes. But with legend Luka Modrić likely playing in his last, motivation to get to the final has a living embodiment
Doing it for Luka: Croatia’s World Cup stop in Philly has major motivation behind it.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:51 AM
This will be the Vatreni's seventh World Cup, and they boast three top-three finishes. But with legend Luka Modrić likely playing in his last, motivation to get to the final has a living embodiment
Soccer was the first-ever match in our stadium. It's why, in addition to the World Cup, Philly is scheduled to host a ton of events. Here's a look at a few and how to navigate it all if you're in town
When it comes to hosting the World Cup, Philly and our stadium were built for this. Literally.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:27 AM
Soccer was the first-ever match in our stadium. It's why, in addition to the World Cup, Philly is scheduled to host a ton of events. Here's a look at a few and how to navigate it all if you're in town
The Seahawks are the champs. Let’s look ahead to the NFL draft already.
🦅 Wasting no time | Sports Daily Newsletter
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February 9, 2026 at 10:58 AM
The Seahawks are the champs. Let’s look ahead to the NFL draft already.
Philly's flimsy parking norms are starting to collapse.
Philly residents thought they had a winter parking system. Then the snow stuck around.
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February 9, 2026 at 10:32 AM
Philly's flimsy parking norms are starting to collapse.
It’s been a rough February so far for Philadelphia area residents. Daily average temperatures have been below freezing every day since Jan. 23.
Weekend to stay frigid, forecasters say, but heat wave to near 40 may arrive on Wednesday
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February 9, 2026 at 6:47 AM
It’s been a rough February so far for Philadelphia area residents. Daily average temperatures have been below freezing every day since Jan. 23.
“Of course I’m worried about all of it, because you can’t embarrass him. He’s like the punks — he loves to be hated.” — John Waters
What John Waters thinks President Trump and punk rockers have in common
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February 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM
“Of course I’m worried about all of it, because you can’t embarrass him. He’s like the punks — he loves to be hated.” — John Waters
The Flyers are eight points out of a playoff spot but have games in hand with 26 remaining. Is it time to stick or twist for GM Danny Brière ahead of the March 6 trade deadline?
Flyers hit the Olympic break at a crossroads. Will they sell for the future or try to push for the playoffs?
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February 9, 2026 at 4:51 AM
The Flyers are eight points out of a playoff spot but have games in hand with 26 remaining. Is it time to stick or twist for GM Danny Brière ahead of the March 6 trade deadline?