Philadelphia
Philadelphia announces competition to commission statue of civil rights activist, Penn graduate
The statue is expected to be installed in Thomas Paine Plaza outside the Municipal Services Building by the fall of 2026.
Penn graduate student union demands improved holiday scheduling, travel support in recent negotiations
Graduate Employees Together — University of Pennsylvania announced that a majority of its workers had ratified its initial bargaining demands, and its first bargaining session took place the same day.
Venezuelan street food stop, burger joint to join restaurant offerings near Penn campus
Puyero, a Venezuelan eatery, and Gouldsberger’s, a popular burger joint, will join the Shop Penn lineup of popular stores and restaurants surrounding campus.
Students at Penn Hillel rally against recent antisemitic violence in Amsterdam and Phila.
The Penn Israel Public Affairs Committee and Hillel co-organized the rally.
Phillies will ‘probably not win’ sweepstakes for star outfielder Juan Soto, CEO says
John Middleton spoke about the financials, statistics, and personnel decisions behind the Broad Street Bombers’ future.
Local bike shop near Penn’s campus abruptly closes after 13 years
Keswick Cycle had occupied its storefront on 40th and Locust streets since 2011.
Penn students reflect on late-night food scene changes after Allegro closure, McDonald's opening
Allegro Pizza and Grill eliminated its late-night hours in September, and a renovated McDonald’s reopened on the edge of campus to immediate popularity.
Election night watch parties in Phila., Washington represent misplaced hopes for Harris
In Washington, the Harris-Walz campaign held a watch party at Vice President Kamala Harris’ alma mater, Howard University.
John Middleton, CEO of Phillies, set to speak at Wharton
The billionaire recently sold a partial stake in the Phillies in his quest to bring Philadelphia a championship.
Kamala Harris makes final appeal of campaign at Phila. rally drawing hundreds of Penn students
Programming for the eight-hour event included performances from musical artists, speeches from local- and national-level politicians, and remarks from public figures.
Phila. early vote totals reveal high Democratic voter engagement — but lower than 2020 election
Democrats make up the vast majority of returned ballots in Philadelphia County, with 142,004 ballots returned by registered Democrats, compared to 14,542 by Republicans and 17,562 by other voters.
Biden visits Phila. union hall to tout pro-labor record, present Presidential Citizens Medal
Biden spoke to a crowd of union members at UA Local 692 Sprinkler Fitters about his administration’s support for organized labor.
Penn's campus flooded with signs encouraging civic engagement from Democratic, independent groups
The displays come amid an uptick in efforts from both student and non-Penn affiliated organizations to mobilize voters on campus and in the larger West Philadelphia community.
Memphis Grizzlies hold practice at Penn ahead of matchup with 76ers
Memphis held their morning shootaround on campus as head coach and alumnus Taylor Jenkins returns to Penn.
How Penn’s controversies became a lightning rod for national political discourse
The University has attracted attention in debates around elite influence, free expression, and the role of higher education in society.
Penn professor Leslie Richards to step down as SEPTA general manager, CEO
Richards's departure comes at a heightened time for the company as they brace for potential fare hikes, service cuts, and debates with their unionized workers.
Renata’s Kitchen partners with University City District to host fall event for families
University City District, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the neighborhood, partnered with Renata’s in an effort to sponsor a family-friendly event in the West Philadelphia community.
Who’s who on the ballot for Philadelphia voters in the 2024 general election?
The Penn community will be voting on races up and down the 2024 general election ballot.
Penn political groups report difficulties hosting events as new policies limit organizing
Penn College Republicans and Penn Democrats, the University’s largest partisan political organizations, told The Daily Pennsylvanian that they have faced difficulties registering events on campus.