President Donald Trump opened and closed his State of the Union address on Tuesday with nods to Philadelphia and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. That anniversary, Trump …
February 2026
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Philly News
Philly could earn up to $4 back for every $1 spent on 2026 events, controller says
by myphillyconnection 28 viewsPhiladelphia could see a huge return on investment for hosting a string of events that coincides with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. A new …
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Philly News
Franklin Mall is temporarily closed following fire in one of its stores
by myphillyconnection 32 viewsFranklin Mall in Northeast Philly has temporarily closed following a fire in one of its stores. The shopping center said the blaze, which sparked Saturday, was confined to a single …
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Philly News
19 people indicted in wide-ranging investigation into gang violence in Southwest Philly
by myphillyconnection 33 viewsNineteen people connected to rival street gangs in Southwest Philly were indicted Wednesday for their alleged involvement in nearly two dozen shootings across the city in recent years, the District …
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Philly News
Hundreds pack Philly school district’s headquarters to oppose plan to close schools around city
by myphillyconnection 28 viewsHundreds of people opposing the School District of Philadelphia's plan to close schools around the city gathered outside its headquarters on North Broad Street on Thursday ahead of a presentation …
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Philly News
In fight to prevent reefing of SS United States, environmentalists warn ship is coated in hazardous chemicals
by myphillyconnection 24 viewsPlans to turn the SS United States into the world's largest artificial reef have been fought by preservation groups ever since the ocean liner — long docked in Philadelphia — …
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Philly News
Voters to weigh in on longstanding rule requiring Philly elected officials to resign before running for a new office
by myphillyconnection 28 viewsPhiladelphia elected officials could be allowed to keep their existing jobs if they decide to run for state or federal office under legislation that was approved by City Council on …
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Philly News
SEPTA to use AI-powered cameras to ticket cars that block trolley lanes
by myphillyconnection 28 viewsSEPTA and the Philadelphia Parking Authority are rolling out AI-powered cameras to penalize drivers who illegally park in trolley lanes, deploying technology that already is used on city buses. The …
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Philadelphia Sixers
Instant observations: Sixers finally find flow, snap losing streak with emphatic win over Timberwolves
by myphillyconnection 53 viewsEarly in the 2025-26 season, one of the signatures of this Sixers team was its ability to discount disadvantageous circumstances and find ways to win games. But lately, with Joel …
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Philadelphia Sixers
5 Sixers thoughts: What to make of recent stretch without Joel Embiid, important lineup combinations and more
by myphillyconnection 50 viewsIt might have been difficult to believe late Saturday night that the Sixers were primed to return home later this week having notched a winning road trip, but that is …