Mayor Parker announces Sing That Jawn, a vocal competition for Philadelphia high schoolers, to bolster the city's music scene ...

The winner will receive scholarships, mentorship, performance opportunities and arts funding for their school.

The city revealed the 22 large replica Liberty Bells that will decorate Philly neighborhoods in 2026 for the celebrations of ...

At a school district warehouse in Olney, the wraps came off 22 fiberglass replica Liberty Bells, each decorated by a local artist. It’s part of a statewide effort to install bells in all 67 counties.

The nation was birthed in Philly, and we do have some great plans. But, as democracy teeters, are we really owning the ...

In 2026, Philadelphia will be hosting event after event. Check out our guide for can't-miss happenings throughout the year.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." For two decades, filmmaker Alexandria Stapleton has made documentary features that explore legacy, ...

From Rihanna’s rumored new music to Blue Ivy’s rise, TV hits, beauty trends, politics and more—ESSENCE predicts what 2026 has ...

With the end of 2025 approaching, Cherelle Parker is reflecting on her second year as mayor of Philadelphia while looking ahead to a busy 2026. Mayor Parker’s second annual State of the City address ...

Here are some of the volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia, from neighborhood cleanups to early literacy training. Plus: a look at Temple University’s major service hub.

"We want musicians to keep making music, and for fans to have confidence that the music they find on Bandcamp was created by humans," the company said in a post on Reddit this week. “It’s time we all ...