Public Spaces

The eight nights of Hanukkah conclude on Jan. 2.

The burst of new laws follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling and reflects public frustration with record-high homelessness.

The Philadelphia area comes to life as people celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa with a wide variety of activities.

A 2,000-square-foot community center is under construction with a kitchen, meeting rooms and office spaces to support residents in transition.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will pump 2.1 million cubic yards of sand onto the shoreline between the Manasquan Inlet and Seaside Park.

Over the weekend, 13 suspected sightings were reported, Gov. Murphy said Monday. Federal officials say drones aren't being operated with bad intent or by foreign governments.

This week seems to have begun a new, higher-profile chapter, with lawmakers and Gov. Phil Murphy demanding answers.

Murphy and other officials say there is no evidence that the drones pose a national security or a public safety threat.

Roughly 70 vehicles disrupted traffic on Market Street to simulate traffic congestion before and after events at the proposed 18,500-seat arena.

The past week has been marked by a shifting terrain and last-ditch negotiations. Wednesday’s vote will provide clarity — maybe?

City Council is expected to take a preliminary vote on the arena next week. The team says it needs the body to approve development before the end of the year.

With tall trees and holiday decor popping up across the city, Billy Penn rounded up several light shows and ceremonies for you to consider.

Supporters and opponents showed up for a final, testy, raucous hearing on the Sixers arena proposal Monday night.

Proposed legislation would restrict mobile providers from operating on residential streets, near schools and recreation centers and in other public areas of Kensington.

Signs posted outside demand unhoused people vacate “Tent City” by Jan. 2. Tent City sits on Norfolk Southern property.