Senior Reporter at Philadelphia Magazine
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Can This Woman Convince People to Return to Center City in Droves?
Prema Katari Gupta, the brand-new head of the Center City District, talks trash, public safety, and the (good!) omens for Philly’s downtown.
Philly Today: Our Hoagies Cover Story Wins Coveted National Magazine Award
So we’re officially declaring today Hoagie Day in Philadelphia. Go out and eat one.
Philly Today: Some of America’s Best Public Schools Are Right Here
So says a new study. Plus, CAPA in upheaval over controversial play.
Philly Today: City to Actually Start Sweeping its Streets this Week
Not an April Fools joke. Plus, the world is descending on the city for WrestleMania.
Weekending in Hot Springs, Arkansas
This national park on the solar eclipse’s path of totality also offers natural wonders down below.
The Oral History of the Cheesesteak
Everything you need to know about the sandwich we can’t live wit’out.
Philly Today: Phillies Give Huge Boost to Sports Complex
Plus, using a tow truck to steal cars is actually a pretty good idea.
Philly Today: The Noisy Scourge of Pickleball Hits the Main Line
Plus, Philly loses a longtime independent music venue.
A Member of the Phillies Hot Pants Patrol at Veterans Stadium Tells All
“It was an incredibly sexist thing, but it worked for me,” recalls Arlene Nisson Lassin.
20 Years After the Vet: A Remembrance of Philly’s Storied Stadium
We loved it! We hated it! And we tore it down 20 years ago this month.
Philly Today: The Kimmel Center Has a Michael Jackson Problem
“It’s awful that the Kimmel decided to put this musical on,” says one local victims rights’ advocate.
Philly Today: Kevin Spacey Not Welcome Here, It Turns Out
So much for his big movie premiere. Plus, the return of Jerry Blavat’s Memories in Margate.
Philly Today: Bozo Gunmen Attempt Worst Casino Heist Ever
Plus, why you should never say “Happy St. Patty’s Day.”
Philly’s Favorite Irishman Offers Some St. Patrick’s Day Advice
Mononymous bar owner Fergie has some things on his mind.
Philly Today: Guilty Plea Expected in Josh Kruger Murder
Plus, all four suspects in last week’s bus stop shooting now in custody.