Philadelphia
Mayor Kenney signs soda tax into law
Mayor Kenney signed a soda tax into law on Monday, June 20, making Philadelphia the second city in the United States to instate such a measure.
Congressman and Penn Alum Chaka Fattah convicted in racketeering case
The conviction marks a dark end to the career of one of the region’s longest-serving members of Congress.
Prosecutors finish their case against Fattah in week three
The federal corruption trial of U.S. House of Representative Chaka Fattah is continued the week of May 31 - June 3.
Penn students head to the DNC
Next month, Philadelphia will host the Democratic National Convention — and some Penn students are helping make that happen.
Philadelphia School District recognizes two additional Muslim holidays
Two Muslim holidays, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, will be added to the district’s official school calendar.
Philadelphia answers to concerns over lead contamination in water
Some experts have accused the Philadelphia Water Department of having water testing methods that are “worse than Flint.”
State loosens alcohol restrictions, Philadelphia adds soda tax
The Pennsylvania House voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday for the bill that will make it easier to buy and sell beer, wine and liquor.
New Student Issue: What you need to know about local politics
Whether you're a Philadelphia native or new to the city, here are the figures to know in local and statewide politics:
New Student Issue: Where to eat around Penn's campus
Across campus, there are no lack of places to grab a bite if you're opting for something other than a dining hall.
New Student Issue: Exploring West Phila. beyond 40th St.
If you are looking for something different than the usual food choices within University City, check out these places.
NYT spotlights Philly, ICA in 36 Hours series
The New York Times picked Philadelphia as the latest subject of its “36 Hours” travel series, and recommended starting out on Penn’s campus. Philadelphia was featured after locales like Oahu, Amsterdam, Southeast London and Louisville.
Sen. Bob Casey testifies in Fattah's ongoing corruption trial
The federal corruption trial against U.S. House of Representative Chaka Fattah continued the week of May 23 - 26.
Only 10 percent of Penn grads stay to work in Philadelphia
While a small percentage of Penn students remain in Philadelphia for work after graduation, 64 percent of recent graduates from local and regional universities stayed in the city after graduation in 2014.
Complicated history between Hamilton and Phila. emerges with Commencement speaker pick
While the city and Penn prepare to welcome Miranda, the Founding Father's shadow looms in Philadelphia's history.
Fels grad and indicted 11-term Congressman Chaka Fattah loses Democratic primary
State Rep. Dwight Evans beat Chaka Fattah, a 1986 Fels Institute of Government graduate, by eight percentage points in the 2nd Congressional District Democratic primary.
On Primary Day in Pennsylvania, multiple races to watch
After months of on campus voter registration, campaigning and opinionated Facebook protest today is primary day in Pennsylvania.
Gov. John Kasich meets with press, supporters and Penn students at South Phila. diner
On Monday, Republican presidential candidate John Kasich stopped by the Penrose Diner in South Philadelphia to talk with Pennsylvania voters.
ACTION celebrates International Day with Andrew Jackson School
Active Cross Cultural Training in Our Neighborhoods ACTION, spent the day with students at the Andrew Jackson School to celebrate International Day, an event to celebrate Spanish language and culture.
Questlove Talks Family, Influences on NPR's 'Fresh Air' at Penn Museum
Ahmir Thompson is the joint frontman of The Roots, the in-house band of ”The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”