At Philly Court Hearing, a Wrenching Preview of Fight Over Safe Injection Sites
Safehouse made a moral argument that the opioid crisis compels a response. The federal government suggested morals don’t matter: The law is the law.
Eastern State Showcases Work of Incarcerated Filmmakers in “Hidden Lives Illuminated”
Through September 12th, the museum is projecting 20 animated short films about life in prison onto its walls.
With Pa. Turnpike Lawsuit Dismissed, SEPTA Can Breathe a Big Sigh of Relief
A federal appeals judge ruled that the Turnpike’s $450 million annual payments to PennDOT (and SEPTA) are indeed constitutional.
Philly’s Local TV Broadcasts Were a Masterclass in How Not to Cover a Live Shooting
From helicopter video showing police deployment to misleading breaking-news updates, Wednesday’s local TV news coverage left plenty to be desired.
With 36 Hours of Woodstock, WXPN Leads an Aural Trip to the ’60s
In honor of the Woodstock 50th anniversary, WXPN will broadcast four days’ worth of audio from the festival, timed to line up with the set times of the original performers.
Philly Public Pools: The 2019 Closing Dates
You may be able to sneak in one last dip before Philly’s public pools close for the season.
Philly Doesn’t Seem to Like Joe Biden as Much as He Likes Philly
Despite having his campaign headquarters here, the former VP has fewer campaign donors than Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Pete Buttigieg in many parts of the city.
Blunt Words: The Best Responses From the Lieutenant Governor’s Weed Survey
In honor of National CBD Day, which apparently is a real thing.
Why a Group of British Plaintiffs From a London Apartment Fire Are Suing in Philly Court
Two of the companies named in the product liability suit have alleged ties to Pennsylvania — but it doesn’t hurt that Philadelphia juries have a reputation for doling out huge damages.
Free Streets Is a Nice Yearly Gimmick. Now Philly Should Do It For Real
Cities in Europe pedestrianized certain streets decades ago, to considerable success. Philly can too — and help invigorate its retail corridors along the way.
The No-B.S. Guide to Philadelphia Sinkholes
Since 2015, the Streets Department has received more than 17,000 reports of sinkholes in Philly. Here’s a mini-lesson on why that is — and what to do if one starts opening on your street.
30th Street Station’s Flipboard Looks So Lost in Its New Home
The sign will be on display at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania for the next three years. But the work-in-progress exhibit doesn’t have quite the same glitz and glamor as the sign’s old 30th Street home.
The Latest Additions to the Fashion District Store Lineup
After many years of construction and multiple delays, the redevelopment of the beloved Gallery Mall is set to open soon. Here’s what you’ll find inside.
A Montco Teen Just Won $3 Million Playing Fortnite
Kyle “Bugha” Giersdorf, of Pottsgrove, is 16 years old, a World Cup video game (uh, esports) champion, and probably richer than you.
How SEPTA’s Transfer Policy Makes Poorest Riders Pay Most Expensive Fares
Philadelphians spend a larger proportion of their income on transit than people in New York, D.C., and Chicago.