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South Philadelphia

These queer musicians in Philly are responding to politics in 2026 with folk punk

March 19, 2026Jacob Alexander Magaldi

Yell at God is a South Philadelphia-based Folk Punk duo comprised of Orah and RJ. This month the band released their latest album, DANCE, DANCE, REVOLT! In this video, they discuss the importance of creating queer art in the current political moment and how music builds community for resistance.

Center City

How Philadelphia’s oldest bar is preparing for this summer’s tourism boom

March 19, 2026Nicolas Baroudi

Chris Mullin Jr. speaks about this upcoming summer and if his bar will extend the curfew for the World Cup.

Chester

Ahead of Stop Trashing Our Air Act Hearing, Chester Health Commissioner says incineration is “not benefiting anyone at all”

March 19, 2026Steve Jeffries

Chester is at the forefront of a nationwide debate about how cities can dispose of increasing amounts of waste with fewer options of how to get rid of it. 

Anatomy of a School Closure

Special education teachers weigh in on proposed Overbrook closure

March 11, 2026Jocelyn Renee Hockaday and Jocelyn Beth Pappas

The proposed closure of Overbrook Elementary School is creating uncertainty for students, teachers, and support staff who rely on the West Philadelphia school’s resources and autism support programs.

Anatomy of a School Closure

As Overbrook Elementary faces closure, here’s where students may go next

March 11, 2026Lilly Harris Werling and Jada Rae Montgomery

Overbrook Elementary students are set to be transferred to four neighboring schools, a move that district representatives say will improve access to resources, but one that raises concerns about academic conditions and transportation safety.

Neighborhoods

Guns and Control in Philly Area

March 5, 2026Neil D. Ortiz

In this special report, Philadelphia Neighborhoods talks to gun users in the Philadelphia region. Each are sharing about the insight they gain from the experience they have while operating these weapons.

Center City

Philadelphia renters push for stronger housing protections ahead of City Council hearing

March 4, 2026Christian Lee

Members of OnePA Renters United will testify in City Hall today in favor of the passage of the Safe and Healthy Homes, a legislative package introduced by Councilman Nicolas O’Rourke

Anatomy of a School Closure

Overbrook residents make their voices heard at Facilities Master Plan meeting

February 27, 2026Ireland Davies

Overbrook residents made their voices heard at School Board meeting on Feb 26.

Overbrook
Anatomy of a School Closure

At Overbrook Elementary, the fight against school closure is intergenerational

February 25, 2026Zachary Gephart

As a potential closure looms, the mother and daughter speak up to keep their shared educational home.

Overbrook School Meeting
Anatomy of a School Closure

“All of These Kids Are My Kids”: Overbrook Community Members Speak Out Ahead of School District Meeting

February 25, 2026Julianna Musser

Rhemar Pouncey uses her voice to fight for her grandson’s school and the Community Meeting to Save Overbrook Elementary School.

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Recent Posts

  • These queer musicians in Philly are responding to politics in 2026 with folk punk
    March 19, 2026
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  • Ahead of Stop Trashing Our Air Act Hearing, Chester Health Commissioner says incineration is “not benefiting anyone at all”
    March 19, 2026
  • Special education teachers weigh in on proposed Overbrook closure
    March 11, 2026
  • As Overbrook Elementary faces closure, here’s where students may go next
    March 11, 2026
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