• U-Haul Welcomes Richardson Family Enterprise to Dealer Network

    PHILADELPHIA — U-Haul Company of Pennsylvania is pleased to announce that Richardson Family Enterprise signed on as a U-Haul® neighborhood dealer to serve the Philadelphia community. 

  • U.S. Government Shutdown Looms After Trump-Backed Bill Fails

    Washington, D.C. – The looming threat of a U.S. government shutdown has intensified after the House of Representatives failed to pass a new spending bill. The legislation, which was supported by President-elect Donald Trump and crafted by Republican leaders, sought to extend government funding and suspend the debt ceiling but was met with significant internal opposition from GOP members.
  • Ubuntu Fine Art Photography Gallery

    Philadelphia, PA - On September 5th, Philadelphia's Ubuntu Fine Artphotography gallery will open its doors. Located at 5423 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, Pa 19144, the gallery will showcase photographer, artist, and engineer Steven CW Taylor.

  • University of Delaware Suspends 19 Student Athletes

    NEWARK, DE - The University of Delaware decided to suspended 19 swimming and diving team members for reportedly violating Newark's, gathering limits pertaining to the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • University Pennsylvania Graduation Marked by Student Protests

    PHILADELPHIA - The University of Pennsylvania's Class of 2024 graduation ceremony was held under heightened security measures last night as student protests continued to make headlines. The tension on campus has been high due to ongoing demonstrations related to the Israel-Hamas conflict and the situation in Gaza.


  • Uptown Beer Garden Presents U-Ville

    PHILADEPHIA, PA - The Uptown Beer Garden has transformed into a whimsical holiday wonderland U-Ville for the first time ever! A festive and new outdoor Christmas pop-up experience located in the heart of Center City.


  • Urban Farmer Celebrates Oktoberfest With Sly Fox

    PHILADELPHIA - Urban Farmer, Philadelphia’s “rustic chic” modern American steakhouse, is partnering with Sly Fox Brewing Company to ring in the changing of the seasons with a very special dinner celebrating Oktoberfest. As a spiritual successor of Urban Farmer’s ongoing Beer-BQ series, the outdoor beer jubilee will feature beer-infused dishes, live music, yard games, and more – on Thursday, September 22nd, from 4 pm to 8 pm.


  • Urgent Authorization of Bird Flu Vaccine Amid Growing Concerns

    Dr. Leana Wen, public health expert and former Baltimore health commissioner, has issued an urgent call for the Biden administration to expedite authorization of the H5N1 bird flu vaccine. Speaking on CBS's "Face the Nation," Dr. Wen stressed the importance of proactive measures to prevent a potential bird flu outbreak in the United States.

  • US BANK to give $250 to every baby born on December 31, 2020

    CHARLOTTE, N.C., – There’s no denying 2020 has been an extraordinarily difficult year, but with each new baby born, there's been a reason for hope. Ally Bank is celebrating that hope by offering $250 in a custodial Online Savings Account to all babies born on Dec. 31, 2020. Like these babies, Ally was made for the new era, one that's far more digital than ever, and this is our way of giving the future a financial head-start.

  • US Declares Public Health Emergency Over Monkeypox

    PHILADELPHIA - After showing up in the United States and Europe earlier this year, the monkeypox virus is spreading worldwide, with more than 26,000 cases confirmed.  The virus spreads through prolonged skin-to-skin contact and is particularly prevalent among men who have sex. The virus is not contagious among people with strong immune systems. However, it can affect anyone, including healthcare workers and pregnant women.


  • US Job Market Sends Mixed Signals: Initial Claims Down

     UNITED STATES - The latest U.S. Department of Labor data reveals a complex and potentially concerning trend in the American job market. While initial jobless claims for the week ending December 21st decreased to 219,000, defying market expectations and indicating stability, continuing claims unexpectedly rose to 1,910,000 for December 14th.
  • Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Scoop Shop Opens in Rittenhouse

    PHILADELPHIA - Van Leeuwen Ice Cream announces today the anticipated opening of their Rittenhouse scoop shop — marking the brand’s second Philadelphia location in under eight months.


  • Vegan Super Bowl Snack Ideas

    PHILADELPHIA - If you're vegan and looking for delicious, healthy Super Bowl snacks to enjoy during the game, you've come to the right place! These recipes are easy to make; they are all dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut-free. From cheesy dips to baked nachos, many tasty and healthier options are here for game day!


  • Vera Bradley's New Star Wars Line

    PHILADELPHIA - Vera Bradley has teamed up with Star Wars to create an exclusive line of merchandise. The brand has previously collaborated with Disney, but this time it has turned to Star Wars. The company has a store at Disney Springs dedicated to Darth Vader, and their Darth Vader line includes everything from backpacks to totes.


  • Victory Brewing Releases Brotherly Love Beer

    Downingtown, Pa. – Victory Brewing Company (Victory), a pioneer of the craft beer movement, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a newly established “Brotherly Love Community Fund” and with the launch of a new year-round hazy IPA, “Brotherly Love”. Intended to promote and inspire the purposeful change the world is craving after a year of uncertainty, Victory’s anniversary year marks a much-needed return to the social connection and sense of togetherness craft beer cultivates.


  • Villanova Students: Protesting Violence in Gaza

    VILLANOVA, PA - The conflict in Gaza reverberated across the Villanova University campus on April 30th, as Villanova Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) mobilized a powerful demonstration in solidarity with Palestine.

  • Visiting Philadelphia's Best Art Museums

    PHILADEPHIA - Let's say you are a person who enjoys the finer things in life. Art and intellect spark your interests. You are dying to learn and see visual masterpieces. It sounds like Philadelphia is where you need to be headed. Philadelphia is home to some great museums in which you can strengthen your knowledge about art and the history behind it. Some of these museums include the Rodin Museum and the ever famous Philadelphia Museum of Art.


  • Wah Gwan Launches a Salt & Spice Company

    BUCKS COUNTY, PA - While coronavirus forced many businesses to shutter their doors permanently, Marcus Davis left his life in NCY for greener pastures in Bucks County, PA, to fulfill his life-long dream of becoming an entrepreneur.


  • Wawa Closes Another Philadelphia Store Due To Operational Challenges

    PHILADEPHIA - Wawa, a popular American convenience store chain, has announced the closing of another Philadelphia store due to operational challenges and COVID impacts.


  • Wentz Has Early Interception Against 49ers

    - Carson Wentz has thrown his NFL-worst seventh interception of the season for the Philadelphia Eagles.