Philadelphia
Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival faces deficit after diversity funding cuts
The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival, the city’s only dedicated Asian American film organization, is confronting a critical financial gap after federal diversity-focused arts funding was…
Cambodian refugee dies in ICE custody in Philadelphia
A Cambodian refugee who came to the U.S. as a child died in a Philadelphia hospital after spending three days in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), according to federal…
Bipartisan backlash erupts as Philadelphia raises Chinese flag
Philadelphia officials raised the Chinese flag over City Hall on Tuesday, triggering widespread criticism from lawmakers who argued it legitimizes the Chinese Community Party’s (CCP) authoritarian…
11-year-old boy robbed after teens threaten to shoot him in Philly’s Chinatown
A group of teenagers robbed an 11-year-old boy of his iPhone and hundreds of dollars following threats of gun violence in Philadelphia’s Chinatown on Monday. What happened: The victim was inside a…
Philly’s Chinatown Stitch project in jeopardy after ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ guts funding
Philadelphia’s $160 million Chinatown Stitch project faces an uncertain future after President Donald Trump’s recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) appears to have eliminated most of its…
Philadelphia cops seek suspects in violent robberies that targeted Asian men
Philadelphia police are searching for two suspects believed responsible for at least three violent robberies targeting Asian men in Center City’s Chinatown area from June 14-16. About the incidents:…
Philadelphia’s ‘Chinatown Stitch’ project threatened by federal funding cuts
Philadelphia’s $160 million “Chinatown Stitch” project, designed to heal the neighborhood divided decades ago by the Vine Street Expressway, now faces uncertainty as House Republicans propose…
Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival returns for 16th year
The Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) kicks off Thursday with a diverse program of over 100 films from 25 countries. The festival, running until Nov. 17, is presented by Philadelphia…
Philly Gayborhood group joins Chinatown in opposing 76ers arena
On Sept. 26, the grassroots group No Arena Gayborhood held a press conference at City Hall to oppose the proposed 76 Place arena, which they believe poses a direct threat to Philadelphia’s historic…
Philadelphia divided over proposed memorial to honor WWII Korean comfort women
At a hearing on Monday, advocates and opponents debated a proposed statue in Philadelphia to honor Korean “comfort women” abused by the Japanese army during World War II. The bronze memorial depicts…
Philly mayor endorses Sixers’ arena proposal amid fierce Chinatown opposition
On Wednesday, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker released a video on social media, endorsing the Sixers’ $1.55 billion proposal to build a new arena in Center City, citing it as the best financial…
Thousands rally against proposed 76ers arena in Philadelphia ahead of town hall
Opponents of the proposed 76ers arena in Center City Philadelphia rallied at City Hall on Saturday, voicing concerns about its potential negative impact on Chinatown. The rally: Organized by…
NJ pushes to relocate 76ers arena amid Philadelphia Chinatown opposition
New Jersey officials are actively working to persuade the Philadelphia 76ers to relocate to Camden and build a new arena there as the team faces challenges with its proposed site in Philadelphia’s…
South Korean Marine Corps veteran paralyzed in Philadelphia carjacking crash
Junoh Kim, a 23-year-old undergraduate student at New York University’s Stern School of Business, was left paralyzed from the waist down after armed carjackers crashed into his Uber in South…
Police arrest suspected leader of burglary ring targeting Asians in Philadelphia
Bensalem Police in Philadelphia have arrested a man suspected of being a burglary ring leader targeting Asian American business owners. Key points:
Developers of proposed Philadelphia 76ers arena submits updated proposal
Developers of the proposed Philadelphia 76ers arena have submitted an updated proposal aiming to address community concerns. Key points:
Philadelphia’s ‘Chinatown Stitch’ project gets $158 million federal grant
“The Chinatown Stitch” project is receiving a $158 million federal grant to reunite the long-divided Chinatown neighborhood in Philadelphia. The grant: On Monday, Pennsylvania Democratic politicians,…
40-year-old Vietnam Restaurant in Philly’s Chinatown wins James Beard Award
Vietnam Restaurant, a beloved restaurant in Philadelphia’s Chinatown, will receive a James Beard Foundation’s America’s Classics Award this year. Breaking the news: Vietnam Restaurant, which won in…
76ers arena near Philadelphia’s Chinatown could cost over $1 billion in lost tax revenue: study
A new analysis of the 76ers’ proposed arena near Philadelphia’s Chinatown warns that the construction and operation of the arena could lead to over $1 billion in lost tax revenue for the city and…
Save Chinatown Coalition rallies to safeguard public funds from subsidizing 76ers arena
On the first day of the new City Council session, the Save Chinatown Coalition voiced their opposition to public funding for 76 Place during a press conference and rally in Philadelphia. The…
Philadelphia to reunite Chinatown with ‘Chinatown Stitch’ project
City officials in Philadelphia are planning to reunite the long-divided Chinatown neighborhood by implementing “The Chinatown Stitch” project. About the project: On Tuesday, Philadelphia Mayor Jim…
MLS suspends Kai Wagner for anti-Asian slur directed at Bobby Wood
Major League Soccer has slapped Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner with a three-game suspension for allegedly using an anti-Asian slur directed at New England Revolution striker Bobby Wood during…
Buddhist temples, nail salon burglarized in Philadelphia
Two Buddhist temples and a nail salon in Philadelphia have been hit by burglaries this month, escalating concerns of increased crime targeting Asian American-owned establishments in the city. Where…
New Korean art exhibit in Philadelphia showcases art smuggled from North Korea
“There were risks of artworks being confiscated due to censorship from the North Korean government, bribes being demanded or intermediaries disappearing,” notes artist Ham Kyung-ah
Kimchi Festival set to be held at Philadelphia’s Love Park
Philadelphia’s Kimchi Festival, an event organized to showcase Korean culture and celebrate kimchi, will return for a second year this October. Key details: Hosted by the Korean Cultural Foundation,…
Delaware man who stole thumb from terracotta warrior statue receives sentence
The Delaware man accused of stealing a thumb from a terracotta warrior statue that was on display at a Philadelphia museum in 2017 has been sentenced this week. What happened: Michael Rohana, 29,…
Police search for suspects who carjacked, beat to death 60-year-old man in Philadelphia
Police are searching for the suspects who carjacked a vehicle from a 60-year-old Asian man before murdering him in Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties neighborhood. What happened: The victim,…
Philadelphia 76ers announce new agreements for proposed $1.3 billion arena
The Philadelphia 76ers’ development team, 76 Devcorp, recently announced the new agreements it plans to make with Philadelphia on its proposed $1.3 billion arena. What you should know: The proposal…
Philadelphia Chinatown community casts doubt on arena impact studies to be paid for by 76ers
Philadelphia Chinatown community leaders and critics are speaking out against the 76ers’ recent announcement that it will cover a series of impact studies in the neighborhood for its planned $1.3…
‘I really hate China’: Rhode Island officials accused of racism, sexism during Philadelphia trip
Two Rhode Island officials have triggered two investigations after being accused of “sexist, racist behavior” during a trip to Philadelphia in March. About the incident: David Patten, director of the…
Philly Chinatown community sees no relent from developers of Sixers’ arena despite strong opposition
Michael Ha and his wife moved to Philadelphia’s Chinatown from New York City nearly 14 years ago in search of a business opportunity in Center City. Today, their restaurant, QT Vietnamese Sandwich,…
Seattle, Philadelphia Chinatowns among ‘America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places’
Philadelphia Chinatown and Seattle Chinatown-International District (CID) were listed among America’s “11 Most Endangered Historic Places” for 2023. On Tuesday, the National Trust for Historic…
Philadelphia to conduct independent study of planned 76ers arena amid Chinatown opposition
Philadelphia city officials will conduct an independent study that investigates the impact, opportunities and challenges posed by the planned 76ers arena. The project, set for construction on the…
Major Chinatown organization announces opposition to Philadelphia 76ers’ arena plan
The Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC) announced its formal opposition to the 76ers’s proposed arena near the city’s Chinatown. On Thursday, the major business-leadership…
Jewish community stands in solidarity with Philadelphia Chinatown residents protesting arena plan
Before you read: Philadelphia community protests construction of 76ers stadium near city’s Chinatown Coalition warns Philadelphia 76ers’ new arena plan could spell ‘the demise of Chinatown’ Members…
Sixers’ $1.3 billion arena proposal gets fierce pushback from Philadelphia Chinatown community
Before you read: Philadelphia community protests construction of 76ers stadium near city’s Chinatown Coalition warns Philadelphia 76ers’ new arena plan could spell ‘the demise of Chinatown’…
