Philadelphia Daily News

The Philadelphia Daily News is a tabloid-style newspaper catering to the residents of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is part of the Philadelphia Media Network, the same organization that owns the city's other prominent publication, The Philadelphia Inquirer.

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Belmont Stakes notes: Triple Crown race takes (at least) one more turn at Saratoga

1 day ago | inquirer.com | Ed Barkowitz

The 157th Belmont Stakes is set for Saturday at 7:04 p.m. at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. The last jewel in racing’s Triple Crown will feature a rematch between Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty and Preakness winner Journalism. The race is being held at Saratoga for the second consecutive year while renovations are being made at Belmont Park. Speculation is that the 2026 Belmont Stakes also will be held at Saratoga.
As Trump attacks LGBTQ+ communities, Philadelphia readies the stage for the world premiere of James Baldwin’s ‘Giovanni’s Room’

1 day ago | inquirer.com | Rosa Cartagena

After 18 years, two rejections, and countless hours of rewrites, the first-ever authorized adaptation of James Baldwin’s groundbreaking novel Giovanni’s Room is set to premiere. Not in the legendary author’s hometown of New York or chosen home of Paris — but right here in Philadelphia. Almost seven decades ago, Baldwin’s initial attempt to submit the landmark LGBTQ+ book to his publisher Alfred A. Knopf ended in rejection, too.
'Franklin's Key' turns the Ben Franklin's legacy into a 'National Treasure'-like mystery

1 day ago | inquirer.com | Rosa Cartagena

Historians have spent centuries examining Benjamin Franklin’s groundbreaking inventions, but what if the Founding Father’s biggest discovery remained a secret? A new play imagines an alternate history where Franklin’s most revolutionary technology has remained hidden under Philadelphia institutions — until a precocious teen inventor and her musically talented brother begin connecting the dots.
Ten months of inspections at Paoli Hospital: June 2024 to March 2025

1 day ago | inquirer.com | Sarah Gantz

Paoli Hospital was not cited by the Pennsylvania Department of Health for any safety problems between June 2024 and March 2025. The hospital, located in Chester County, is owned by Main Line Health. Here’s a look at the publicly available details:Sept. 3: Inspectors came to investigate a complaint but found the hospital was in compliance. Complaint details are not made public when inspectors determine it was unfounded. Sept.
Philly toddler apparently drowned in bath as foster mother ‘at her max’ tended the microwave

1 day ago | inquirer.com | Steve Volk

The Philadelphia police special victims unit is investigating the death of a child who apparently drowned in a bathtub when his foster mother left him unattended to go to the microwave. Records obtained by The Inquirer and Resolve Philly show that a Harrowgate foster parent left 19-month-old Sy’vir Hill and a second child unsupervised and returned to find Sy’vir submerged in the water.
2025 Belmont Stakes: Horse-by-horse preview of the Triple Crown race

1 day ago | inquirer.com | Ed Barkowitz

It’s back to Saratoga for at least one more Belmont Stakes. There are eight horses in this year’s field, down from 10 a year ago, and the distance is again a little shorter. Journalism, who had a solid workout on Sunday, looks to add one more notch in his candidacy for horse of the year. He won the Preakness and finished second to Sovereignty in the Kentucky Derby. “It’s cooler up here,” trainer Mike McCarthy said, referring to Sarasota Springs, N.Y. “He seems like he’s enjoying himself.
VA workers in Philadelphia rally for union contract, benefits

2 days ago | inquirer.com | Michelle Myers |Ariana Perez-Castells

Dozens of Philadelphiaworkers from the Department of Veterans Affairs gathered Thursday under an unyielding sun chanting: “Save our jobs, save our vets.”Come lunchtime, allies and members from The American Federation of Government Employees, arrived at Baltimore and University Avenues, outside the Corporal Michael J.
Temple assistant Chris Clark is heading back to his alma mater to coach St. Joe’s Prep

2 days ago | inquirer.com | Isabella DiAmore |Isabella Diamore

Chris Clark is heading back to his alma mater to coach St. Joseph’s Prep’s boys’ basketball team while serving as assistant athletic director, the school announced Thursday. Clark spent nearly a decade as an assistant coach at Temple, where he also played under legendary coaches John Chaney and Fran Dunphy from 2004-08. Now, after 17 years on the college coaching scene, he’s making a change. “It’s really difficult to put into words,” said Clark, who graduated from the Prep in 2004.
🍹 Our favorite Philly rooftop bars| Things to Do

2 days ago | inquirer.com | Rosa Cartagena

Skip to contentAdvertisementThings To DoGift this article!Link copied to clipboardLink copied to clipboardPlus, outdoor movies, big concerts, and the Odunde Festival. Bok Bar in South Philadelphia offers unparalleled views of Center City.Read moreMICHAEL KLEIN / StaffThe sun is out, the temperature is rising, and these days all I’m looking for is a reliable spot to grab drinks or a bite on a rooftop with a nice view. Where’s your favorite place for drinking outdoors?
Philly City Council wants more oversight of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s housing plan. It’s tying up city budget negotiations.

2 days ago | inquirer.com | Sean Walsh |Jake Blumgart

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and City Council President Kenyatta Johnson negotiated into the early morning hours Thursday without reaching a deal on the next city budget and the administration’s high-profile housing plan. The impasse has forced Council to employ procedural tricks to stay on track to pass the budget by June 12, lawmakers’ last session before their summer recess and the start of the next fiscal year on July 1.