The spirit of Philadelphia is the spirit of America. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), speaking at “No Kings” Philadelphia  In a city steeped in revolutionary past, the symbolism of Flag Day […] The post We dont do kings here: Photos from Philadelphias No Kings protest appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

People from across the region, and as far away as Washington, D.C., had gathered at LOVE Park on Saturday and begun moving down the Ben Franklin Parkway as part of […] The post Protesters on the move as No Kings march begins appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

The arrival of warm weather has meant every weekend is chock full of activities, but this non-holiday holiday weekend might be the biggest yet.  With Flag Day, Fathers Day, the […] The post Weekend jawn: Flag Day, Fathers Day, Juneteenth, U.S. Army bday and more appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

The Club World Cup begins this Saturday when Egyptian side Al Ahly take on Lionel Messis Inter Miami at Miamis Hard Rock Stadium. Philly will be a host in the […] The post Heres what you need to know about this months FIFA Club World Cup in Philly appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY A hop, skip and jump away from the Chinese Lantern Festival(Photo by@joe_in_philly) Electricians union alleges PECO neglect led to dangerous home fires A house fire in […] The post House fire dispute; Public media funding vote; World Cafe Live firings | Morning roundup appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

Thanks to a new state bill, the Hershey Kiss could become Pennsylvanias official state candy. But before everything is official, we at Billy Penn wanted to know if our audience […] The post We asked readers their favorite option for Pa.s state candy. Here are the results appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

A house fire in Southwest Philadelphia that sent five people to the hospital Wednesday and displaced several others from their homes has sparked accusations that PECOs failure to maintain its […] The post Electricians union alleges PECO neglect led to dangerous home fires appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

Oftentimes, members of our community who have a disability are overlooked. Their differences are looked down upon, and their needs are misunderstood or ignored. WHYYs latest discussion in the Bridging […] The post Philadelphians with disabilities talk solutions at WHYYs latest Bridging Blocks event appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

Getting your kids outside just got more fun and a whole lot easier for Sharswood and North Central Philadelphia residents with the unveiling of “Playful Learning” installations at select affordable […] The post Playful Learning installations are a fun upgrade and a point of pride in North Philly appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY 3 a.m. at Liberty Lands(Photo by@stephen.levick) Time’s running out OK, not really before ’26 World Cup The mayor was among the officials who showed […] The post ICE protest arrests; World Cup clock; Wissahickon Trail update | Morning roundup appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

Cheryl Ann Wadlington started the Evoluer House 21 years ago with a mission helping young girls be successful. She explained there are many challenges young women in the region […] The post The Evoluer House empowers, encourages young women appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

Philly officials celebrated the one-year mark from the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Wednesday by unveiling a countdown clock in Dilworth Park.  In exactly one year, well show […] The post Philly unveils 2026 FIFA World Cup countdown clock at Dilworth Park appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

While many of us dream of hanging gallery-worthy art in our living rooms, high price tags often leave that goal out of reach for everyday buyers. The art market certainly […] The post InLiquids Art for the Cash Poor fair celebrates its 25th anniversary this Saturday appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Ripples(Photo by@gpatomk) Road closures, rallies and routes: What to know about Saturday’s ‘No Kings’ protest This Saturday, Philadelphia will host one of the largest protests of President […] The post ‘No Kings’ info; Gaming meets theater; Weekly gun violence brief | Morning roundup appeared first on Billy Penn at ...

Plenty of gamers would rather spend hours engrossed in the complexities of tabletop epics like Dungeons & Dragons than go to the theater. Honestly, who needs theater when games provide […] The post Space Opera is theater for spect-actors, not spectators appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Burst of light(Photo by@amtlphilly) Krasner joins lawsuit against Trumps $500M cut to public safety programs DA Larry Krasner is one of over a dozen prosecutors and […] The post Krasner joins safety suit; Herr’s “Flavored by Philly” pits previous champs; SEPTA closes line for summer | Morning roundup appeared first on Billy ...

Theres officially a new restaurant on Phillys lineup of vegan spots. Casa Borinquea, billed as Californias first vegan Puerto Rican restaurant, soft-launched its second location in East Kensington on Saturday.  […] The post Casa Borinquea, Phillys new vegan Puerto Rican restaurant, arrives in East Kensington appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

Herrs Flavored by Philly chip competition returns for its fourth summer competition, with a slightly new set up, a fan-favorite cameo, and the highest stakes yet: immortality. This year, instead […] The post Herrs Flavored by Philly contest returns with battle of the champions appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

#BILLYPENNGRAM OF THE DAY Lobby with a view at Jefferson(Photo by@therowhousecity) Photos from Sunday’s Odunde Festival Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the Odunde Festival transformed 16 city blocks into avenues of […] The post Odunde Festival; Gun violence vigil; Dog-free parks? | Morning roundup appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.

On the second Sunday of June, Graduate Hospital, one of Philadelphias oldest historically Black neighborhoods, hosts one of the countrys most expansive celebrations of Black and African culture. Celebrating its […] The post Odunde at 50: A half-century of African culture in Philadelphia (photos) appeared first on Billy Penn at WHYY.