Philadelphia
Court hearing to address future of Black Philadelphians' remains held by Penn Museum
This hearing could help determine the future of remains of Black Philadelphians that have been in the possession of the Penn Museum since 1966.
Progressive Working Families Party announces support for mayoral candidate Helen Gym
The Working Families Party is a grassroots political party that organizes to elect progressive candidates in fourteen states.
National Labor Relations Board alleges Starbucks union busting at 34th and Walnut streets location
In response to a request for comment, Starbucks contested the validity of the complaint in regards to disobeying the NLRA and defended their actions at the Philadelphia locations.
Penn senior charged with alleged assault at 2021 Castle party found not guilty
The senior was accused of injuring a then-Penn sophomore at a party held on Sept. 4, 2021, in the chapter house of his fraternity.
Everything you need to know about the 2023 restaurant scene in University City
Located next to campus, Franklin's Table has welcomed three new eateries. Two additional restaurants recently opened in University City, and several more plan to open by the end of 2023.
Largest life sciences lab in Philadelphia to be built in University City
The JLL Capital Markets loan is expected to create the largest life sciences research and lab building in Greater Philadelphia, adding to Philadelphia’s pre-existing health and biotech scene.
White Dog Cafe celebrates 40 years in University City
On Jan. 10, 1983, Judy Wicks opened the restaurant with a promise to serve organic and seasonal food.
Supremo Food Market closes temporarily due to violations of city health code
The Department of Health was subsequently reinspected Supremo on Jan. 23, and the Cease Operations Order remained in place.
Penn Medicine launches pre-nursing program for high school students
The 25 selected ASPIRE scholars will receive interactive educational sessions, on-site exposure, and mentorship opportunities.
Philadelphia physicians apologize for Holmesburg Prison experiments
The College of Physicians apologized for its affiliation with the Penn dermatology professor who conducted medical experiments on inmates.
Wharton graduate, former Phila. mayor Michael Nutter will not run for mayor again
Two of the current mayoral candidates have also graduated from the University.
ProPublica investigation finds Penn Museum holds Native American remains, despite federal law
The investigation found that museums across the US hold more than 110,000 Native American remains, despite a 1990 federal law.
Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner impeachment trial indefinitely halted
In November, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives originally voted to impeach Krasner largely along party lines.
Students for the Preservation of Chinatown plan to focus on Penn's ties to proposed 76ers stadium
SPOC is working to mobilize college students in the Philadelphia area against the plans for a new 76ers arena in Chinatown.
McDonald’s officially closes to make way for redevelopment into new Penn office building
Construction of the redeveloped property, which will cost around $35 million, is expected to begin early this year and conclude by fall 2024.
Annual MLK symposium to include service events, 1619 Project lecture
The symposium begins with the MLK Day of Service kickoff breakfast at Houston Hall.
Five Guys finally opens location next to Quad after over a year of delays
The delayed opening date of mid-December was pushed back once more to Jan. 12, when the location finally began welcoming customers.
New University City food hall to open in fall 2023, welcoming 16 vendors
The food hall will open in fall of 2023 and will feature 16 food and beverage vendors.
United By Blue closes temporarily after inspection finds mice droppings, 13 health violations
The coffee shop reopened on Jan. 9 following a third reinspection by the Department of Public Health.