Benjamin Franklin Parkway: Latest News, Top Stories & Analysis

LL Cool J, Fireworks to Ignite Philly as Nation’s 250th Anniversary Begins

December 29, 2025December 28, 2025 - by Timothy Alexander

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Philadelphia will ring in the New Year and launch the countdown to America’s 250th birthday with a massive, free concert and fireworks display Wednesday night on the …

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Long-Term Benjamin Franklin Parkway Lane Closures Set to Snarl Center City

November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 - by Alec Robson

PHILADELPHIA, PA — Drivers along Benjamin Franklin Parkway should prepare for months of daytime delays as PennDOT launches a new phase of safety upgrades on one of Philadelphia’s most heavily …