Amid an ongoing federal funding shortfall, Firstrust Bank is stepping in to support Transportation Security Administration employees at Philadelphia International Airport by expanding critical food assistance programs. This initiative is designed to help address food insecurity and provide immediate relief for workers impacted by reduced federal support.

A new survey by Qlik shows that although more Americans are turning to artificial intelligence for tax preparation, 40% still refuse to share personal data on AI-empowered platforms. The findings highlight both the growing reliance on technology and persistent anxieties over privacy.

Independence Realty Trust has announced February 11, 2026, as the date to release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results. The company’s upcoming earnings are drawing attention from analysts eager to gauge how IRT performed and what lies ahead for the real estate market.

Philadelphia shoppers now pay an extra 10 cents for every paper bag at checkout. While seemingly minimal, some residents worry these costs will pile up quickly and impact their weekly grocery budgets.

Phenom has unveiled an expanded roster of speakers for its IAMPHENOM 2026 conference, a three-day event centered on applied artificial intelligence and talent management in Philadelphia. The announcement underscores the growing role AI continues to play in shaping the future of human resources.

A Philadelphia mother lost one son to a mass shooting, only to learn her other son is now accused of participating in a similar tragedy. She calls her situation “overwhelming” and “unfair,” yet acknowledges that she understands the complexities surrounding the issue.

As Philadelphia faces a dire shortage of librarians, students in Kensington have refused to let a lack of resources hold them back. Together, they created the DreamEscape Library—proving that ambition and community spirit can reshape the future of reading.

The Weitz Firm, LLC is growing its medical malpractice services to North Philadelphia and Fairhill, offering vital legal support to patients facing medical negligence, misdiagnosis, and surgical issues. This expansion underscores the firm’s commitment to reaching more residents in the Philadelphia region.

Philadelphia authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred just after 7 a.m. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at the 15th Street/City Hall transit station. It remains unclear how many individuals were involved or if there were any injuries, but police are on the scene, ensuring public safety in a busy area of Center City.

Starbucks is closing about 1% of its stores across North America, a move that includes laying off approximately 900 employees. Six of those stores are located in Philadelphia, where they will shut down this weekend under the company’s broader restructuring efforts.