Good morning, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia residents are invited to join a citywide quest that challenges them to guess the location of a newly posted Mummers-themed photo.

The interactive contest runs this week and highlights local spots connected to the Mummers Parade.

A global survey of 65 cities found only 59% of Philly residents are satisfied with city life, ranking the city near the bottom in the U.S., while community leaders in West Philly, West Mount Airy & Kensington work to build hope with local efforts.

Families gathered at the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity House in Germantown on Saturday to celebrate Kwanzaa by lighting a kinara and sharing stories.

The event highlighted cultural unity amid political challenges to diversity programs — a tradition valued for community strength.

The Wall Street Journal named Philly the best place to visit in 2026 citing events like America's 250th birthday, March Madness, and the World Cup.

Locals say the accolade may drive up hotel prices and crowded transit — challenges that call for careful planning.

SNAP recipients in Philadelphia must now meet new work requirements that could see up to 45,000 residents lose benefits; letters of ineligibility are expected from January through March.

Those who disagree can appeal within 15 days and potentially regain benefits within 90 days+.

Ken Schumann has fought to keep his longtime goats on his one-third-acre property after Franconia Township ruled the lot was too small for livestock (he paid $1,800 for an appeal before a Dec.

4 hearing that denied his request), leaving him to consider rehoming or legal action.