The Philadelphia Tribune

08/01/2025

With the state budget now more than a month overdue, union leaders in Philadelphia are voicing their concerns about the stalemate in Harrisburg. They warned that without immediate action vital public services across the city will continue to be disrupted.

With the state budget now more than a month overdue, union leaders in Philadelphia are voicing their concerns about the stalemate in Harrisburg. They warned that without immediate action vital

08/01/2025

U.S. Marshals announced the arrest of Amir Jones, 32, this week, for a July 21, 2024, mass shooting on the 1200 block of North Alden, that left three people dead and six injured.

U.S. Marshals announced the arrest of Amir Jones, 32, this week, for a July 21, 2024, mass shooting on the 1200 block of North Alden, that left three people dead

08/01/2025

A week after news broke of the federal government’s possible removal of the President’s House site at Independence Mall, local supporters of the memorial that honors President George Washington’s nine slaves are set to gather for a rally Saturday.

A week after news broke of the federal government’s possible removal of the President’s House site at Independence Mall, local supporters of the memorial that honors President George Washington’s nine

08/01/2025

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07/31/2025

World War II veteran and former pharmaceutical worker Leroy Tucker celebrated 101 years of life this week in Strawberry Mansion.

World War II veteran and former pharmaceutical worker Leroy Tucker celebrated 101 years of life this week in Strawberry Mansion.

07/31/2025

In a world of information overload, making sense of your wellness options is the first step toward better health. Our upcoming Health Series was developed to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions for your well-being.
This Sunday, August 3rd, we’re focusing on obesity, offering resources to empower your health journey. Available in our print and online editions, The Philadelphia Tribune, A Reflection of You!

07/31/2025

Two windows were completely shattered with shards of glass visible near the entrance. Nearby Clock Bar on the 3600 block of Germantown Ave. was also vandalized with its cash register broken into.

The smashing of windows at the popular Max’s Cheesesteaks at Broad and Erie has shaken customers, who told The Tribune they will continue to support the business.

07/30/2025

The 2025 BlackStar Film Festival, a leading film festival in the country right here in Philadelphia, is back and is proud to unveil its selections. The festival celebrates the work of visionary Black, brown, and Indigenous film and media artists.

The 2025 BlackStar Film Festival, a leading film festival in the country right here in Philadelphia, is back and is proud to unveil its selections. The festival celebrates the work

07/29/2025

Amid economic concerns, Philadelphia parents are projected to keep back-to-school spending steady for the 2025-26 school year.

Amid economic concerns, Philadelphia parents are projected to keep back-to-school spending steady for the 2025-26 school year.

07/29/2025

The study “Neighborhood Firearm Violence, Psychological Risks, and Youth Fi****ms Perception,” which analyzed information from emergency department visits between 2013 and 2024, reported in the American Journal of Preventative Medicine, that neighborhood firearm access is associated with a two- to three-fold increased risk of firearm-carrying and violence.

Of 23,334 kids between the ages of 14 to 18 in the Philadelphia area, 8% reported being able to access a firearm outside of the home either through theft, straw

07/29/2025

Let's have a great Tuesday!

07/29/2025

Balloons, smiles and a sea of new backpacks stuffed with school supplies were on hand as hundreds of families participated in preparation for the first day of school on Aug. 25.

The city’s school district launched its annual back-to-school celebration and bus tour Monday at the School of the Future in West Philadelphia. The tour will include seven stops and run