‘John Shapiro’s Superheroes 5k’ honors the life of a young boy who passed away...
For those who remember the life of John Shapiro, they would later impact hundreds through their foundation named after him.
Police seek help in finding who killed 22-year-old man in Logan
Who killed a man in the Logan section of the city back in March remains a mystery.
University City hit-and-run: pedestrian killed, driver charged with murder
A man is facing a murder charge after he allegedly hit and killed a pedestrian and injured another driver in separate crashes in University City on Thursday.
Move-In Affordability Plan set to take effect in Philadelphia this week
A new law is set to take effect in Philadelphia, aimed at making rent more affordable in the city.
Bryn Mawr Mansion with Movie Theater, Indoor Pool, Heads to Auction
A custom-built Bryn Mawr mansion with indoor pool is going to auction Oct. 16 after sitting on the market for two years. A Bryn Mawr mansion in Delaware County with an indoor pool and 18-seat movie theater is heading to auction after sitting on the market for two years, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business...
Philadelphia wants residents’ input to shape the city’s future
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. A new campaign is asking Philadelphia residents to share their “hopes and dreams” for the...
Twin Sisters Fulfill Their Dreams with Elkins Park Restaurant
Sisters Maya (left) and Kala Johnstone at FoodChasers Kitchen, their restaurant in Elkins Park. Twin sisters Maya and Kala Johnstone had always wanted to run their own restaurant, and their dream recently came true with the opening of FoodChasers’ Kitchen in Elkins Park, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia...
Woman struck and killed while crossing street in University City
It happened at 36th and Market streets just before 4 p.m. While attempting to flee the scene, the driver struck another car a few blocks away, then tried to run away but was apprehended by police.
Missing 9th District Resident Victor Velasquez Found Safe and Home
Victor Velasquez, 21, from Philadelphia's 9th District, was reported missing after he was last seen near 8th and Market Streets on November 28, 2025. The Philadelphia Police Department asked the public for help to find him and shared details about his appearance and tattoos.
Community Uproar: Video Reveals Teen Assaulting Man, Inciting Fear Among Neighbors – A Heated...
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on Neighbors outraged after video shows teen attacking man: 'Everybody is afraid to walk around'.
