The Ultimate Guide to the Best Sledding Hills in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA, PA - When the snow sticks in Philadelphia, the city transforms. The usual traffic noise is replaced by the scrape of runners on ice and the shouts of kids (and adults) racing downhill. While the city isn't mountainous, its unique geography and historic parks offer some of the best urban sledding in the country.

"Ban the Box" 2.0: New Hiring Laws Hit Philly Workplaces

CENTER CITY — A silent but seismic shift hit the Philadelphia job market this Tuesday. As of January 6, 2026, the city’s "Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards" ordinance—colloquially known as "Ban the Box"—has been significantly expanded, placing new restrictions on how employers can vet candidates with criminal histories.

5 New Vermont State Laws Taking Effect on January 1st

VERMONT - As Vermont moves into 2026, the state is doubling down on affordability with a series of significant tax reliefs and wage adjustments. While some of these changes were part of the 2025 legislative session's budget, their implementation is timed to hit your wallet starting January 1, 2026.

The Countdown Begins: Philly Kicks Off "52 Weeks of Firsts"

PHILADELPHIA — If the mood in Center City felt noticeably lighter this past Saturday, it wasn’t just the unseasonably mild January breeze—it was the collective launch of a year-long party 250 years in the making.

5 Major Laws Hitting the City of New York on January 1st

NEW YORK - As New York City prepares to ring in 2026, a sweeping set of new legislative mandates is set to reshape the daily lives of millions of New Yorkers. From your first paycheck of the year to the way you shop and even the way your apartment is heated, the city is entering a new era of transparency and protection.