Philadelphia

If ever there were a city of firsts, it's Philadelphia: birthplace not only of the U.S. Constitution, but also the country's first public library, hospital, public bank, and computer. This same spirit of innovation continues today as Philadelphia's world-class institutions of higher education drive research and development in key industries such as advanced healthcare, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.

A powerful regional force, Philadelphia is positioning itself to be a leader on urban issues like sustainability and infrastructure development. GreenPlan Philadelphia is a 20-year comprehensive plan for the development of parks and open space, and a serious push underway to redevelop the Delaware and Schuylkill waterfronts.

The ceaseless activity and industry generated by the city's many arts and cultural organizations are making Philadelphia a destination city. With music and arts festivals multiplying, green housing developments sprouting citywide, and new skyscrapers changing the skyline, Philadelphians are once again beginning to see their home as a city of firsts.

Features

A historic space with an ambitious mission

A safe space on Broad Street

Brandon Alcorn Thursday, August 20, 2015

Broad Street Ministry feeds and serves some of Philadelphia's most vulnerable citizens, and now they're using modern tools such as data collection and crowdfunding to have an even bigger impact.

U.S. FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg and U.S. Congressman Charlie Dent tour OraSure

Worked Up: Generating great jobs across the Commonwealth

Susan L. Pena Sunday, August 02, 2015

In the current economy, it's all about tech-savvy, high-skill employees. We check in with three Pennsylvania companies that are growing their workforces and putting talented people to work building medical devices, generating green energy and protecting us online.