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Philadelphia’s Next Great Era Begins Now

Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776


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Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not

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She Transformed Bok Into a Creative Force. Now Lindsey Scannapieco Is Taking on Broad Street

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Pat Croce: Doing Chemo on Everest

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PPD: Thieves Stole $30K in Jewelry From South Philly Home

Police say the incident happened in late May.

Inside Roman Catholic High School’s Expansion and Ambitious Future

The 1890 school at Broad and Vine just broke ground on the first phase of its $25 million campaign.

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Scott Wagner Thanks John Oliver for Roasting Him

Oliver recently blasted the Pa. senator’s “warm bodies” comment.

Philly Mag’s Best Teacher Award: Meet the Finalists

Vote now for the top K–8 educator in the Philly region.

Doctor J: ‘83 Sixers Would Beat Today’s Golden State Warriors

Doc says the 1982-83 NBA champs had the versatility to overcome the Warriors’ knack for scoring.

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GOP Senate Candidate: Casey Must Denounce Krasner

Jeff Bartos called DA candidate Larry Krasner a “radical leftist.”


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


Philly’s Pride Flag to Get Two New Stripes: Black and Brown

The reveal is planned for the Pride kick-off at City Hall.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: The First Annual Pride Month Kick-Off at City Hall.

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Police Investigating Sexual Assault in Wawa Bathroom

The incident occurred in a Port Richmond Wawa.

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16-Year-Old Girl Hit by Freight Train in Critical Condition

The incident happened in Southwest Philly this afternoon.

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How Rebecca Rhynhart Defeated Philly’s Democratic Machine

The inside story of her upset victory over City Controller Alan Butkovitz.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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Trump Taps Former Christie Lawyer to Lead FBI

Christopher Wray was Christie’s attorney during the Bridgegate trials.

Mike Schmidt Called Odubel Herrera to Apologize for His Comments

The Phillies legend said the team couldn’t build around Herrera due to “a language barrier.”

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Millennials See Huge Increase in Voter Turnout at Pa. Primary

More than any other age group, in fact.

Philadelphia Zoo Announces Successful Emergency Gorilla Birth

Kira, a first-time mother, gave birth to a healthy 5-pound male gorilla at the zoo on June 2.

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