Things to Do This Week For America’s 250th
Your highly curated list of the best semiquincentennial events, exhibits, and activities happening in and around Philly
By Christina Griffith
Ali Velshi Covers the Gordie Howe International Bridge Saga
The MS NOW host and Citizen board member joins Mitch Landrieu and Fred Hochberg to discuss Trump's threats and damage to our infrastructure projects
By Ali Velshi
“Then. Now. Tomorrow.”
Representatives of the National Association of Manufacturers — coming to Carpenters’ Hall this week — encourage less regulation and more innovation as a path to the next 250 years
By Jay Timmons and David Taylor
Calling All City Workers – and Those Who Admire Them
It’s that time of year: We’re on the hunt for the most high-integrity workers employed by the City of Philadelphia. Nominate the most inspiring city workers you know, and they could be named a 2026 Integrity Icon
By Jessica Blatt Press
Weaponizing the FDA Against Vaccines
Why did the federal agency shelve a new vaccine that promises to dramatically improve flu resistance? The renowned CHOP immunologist explains
By Paul Offit
Hey Philly! Let’s Hire a Congressperson
Help us write a job description for the candidates vying to replace Philadelphia’s U.S. Representative Dwight Evans — and then join us to help interview them for the job
By Courtney DuChene
The Celebrity Edit
Michael K. Williams, Nicky Hilton, Leslie Odom Jr., Zendaya, and his Nan’s favorite, Terrence Howard are some of the celebs who’ve stopped for the camera of an iconic chef, trendsetter and street photographer
By Reuben Harley
Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
This week in Philly we're celebrating the Chinese New Year, going to the theater for musicals and satire, eating out in Queen's Village and Bella Vista, heading to Philly Mag's Wine & Dine, and much more
By Christina Griffith
The Legacy We Inherit
Honoring Philadelphia's Black labor history and fighting for the future of the Black workers
By Brittany Alston and Kendra Bozarth
How — and Why — to Run for City Committeeperson
The most hyperlocal of political posts helps get out the vote for local, state and national candidates. And guess what? Starting now, you can sign yourself up to run for the job
By Lauren McCutcheon