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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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Who Mailed Drugs to a Delaware County Pastor?

State police are investigating a mysterious package sent to Msgr. Parlante of Saint Cornelius Parish.

News

SEPTA Power Troubles Causing Regional Rail Delays

Some lines are running as much as an hour and a half late.

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News

Philly’s Congressmen on Climate Deal Exit

Most denounced the president’s decision.

Olney Teen Accused of Trying to Kill 7-Year-Old Sister

His mom says he was high on synthetic marijuana.

News

How to Get a Free Donut (or Two) on Friday

Here are the best deals for National Donut Day.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Philly Dyke Ride 2017.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

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.


Carson Wentz Helps Local Class Get Out of Their Final Exam

The Eagles QB helped students at West Chester Rustin High start summer vacation a little early.

Opinion

Why the Left Won’t Stop at Toppling Confederate Monuments

Nickels: How can you ignore iconic racists like Abraham Lincoln and Walt Whitman?

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News

Center City Trolley Tunnel to Close on Sunday

Passengers should use the Market-Frankford line.

Is It Time for Larry Bowa to Manage the Phillies Again?

With the team floundering, could the fiery Bowa be the solution?

News

Bear Spotted in Bucks County Backyard

It was seen strolling near a swing set outside Doylestown.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


News

David Oh Stabbed in Southwest Philly

The councilman is in critical but stable condition.

Opinion

Mayor’s Commissions Are an Exploitation of Diverse Community Labor

Kenney’s administration doesn’t have a diverse talent issue — as long as they’re unpaid appointees.

Penn’s Landing Will Turn Into a Mini Amusement Park

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is getting an upgrade.

Everybody’s Favorite Shark Is Hanging Off the Coast of Atlantic City

Mary Lee was pinged in waters less than seven miles from the Jersey Shore gambling mecca on Wednesday morning.

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