Buffy Gorrilla
Stories
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As more Catholic churches close, Philadelphia is trying something new
The Catholic Church is facing aging congregations, fewer priests and financial strain. In many places, this has meant closing parishes. But in Philadelphia, they're trying something different.
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Teams from across the U.S. will face off in the Australian rules football nationals
While most fans will be watching college teams hit the gridiron or Major League Baseball playoffs, there's another sporting event happening: the U.S. championship of the Australian Football League.
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Rutabaga Toy Library lets families sign out toys a month at a time
Kids get over some toys pretty quickly. Enter the Rutabaga Toy Library, one of several similar businesses where families can sign out Tinker Toys and scooters for a month at a time.
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Long ignored, Black modernist architects get recognition
Black architects who helped shape the modern architecture movement have often been overlooked. One effort preserves the structures they designed and tells their stories.
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A Ukrainian Catholic leader travels the U.S. trying to rally support
As the Trump administration talks to Russia about ending the war in Ukraine, one of Ukraine's top religious leaders is trying to rally support in the United States.
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The stars of this unusual wrestling show? Puppets
Dr. Kiss, a three-foot-tall wooden puppet, can handle his business in the wrestling ring. He's the star of a traveling show, reveling in the art and artifice of pro wrestling.
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Some California yoga classes are moving to include live string quartets
A lot of yoga classes included music, but in Pennsylvania, yogis are moving to the performance of a live string quintet and music composed just for yoga practice.
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The nation's first Black country club gets more than love in its coffers
Shady Rest Country Club in Scotch Plains, N.J., was established in 1921. The sports and entertainment venue is being renovated, with help from a special historic preservation program.
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The first Black country club is being restored with the help of a grant
The first Black country club was started in 1921 in New Jersey. It's still open, but it needs a boost to restore it to its grand state. A grant is helping.
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In Philadelphia, a run club helps those recovering from addiction find purpose
We tag along up with a running club in the Philadelphia for people trying to recover from addiction.
