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The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia celebrates 200th anniversary with two new exhibits

The Franklin Institute in Center City is celebrating its 200th anniversary with two new exhibits opening this fall which will showcase the museum's most beloved artifacts. The iconic heart will now be the centerpiece of the "Body Odyssey.” Guests will be able to explore hundreds of rare artifacts spanning two centuries of science and technology. The new exhibits will open on November 23.

Philadelphia 76ers weighing all options as proposed Center City arena awaits approval

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority sent a letter on Monday to Harris Blitzer Sports Entertainment, the company that owns the Sixers, affirming that the agency, Gov. Phil Murphy and other Garden State leaders are "committed to bringing the 76ers to Camden." The 76ers said they "must take all potential options seriously" as their proposed arena on Market Street in Philadelphia awaits approval.

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