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Maybe the Solution to the Frank Rizzo Statue Problem Is a Frank Rizzo Museum

While protesters around the country have been calling for the removal of monuments to the Confederacy, those in Philadelphia have their sights set on a […]

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City Life

So Long, Summer: Philly Pools Are Already Closing

It feels like just yesterday we told you Philly public pools were open. And now, two months after swimming season kicked off, we’re lamenting its end. […]

Restaurants

Here’s How Beer Can Boost Your Creativity

So here we are. Yet another Monday morning. And if you’ve found your way here, it’s probably because you want to see why everyone is […]

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City Life

Stop Waiting in Line for Eclipse Glasses

The much-anticipated solar eclipse will take place just hours from now. Maybe you planned ahead and got some coveted eclipse glasses weeks ago. Maybe you […]

Property

More Residences Coming to Fishtown Fringe

The soon-to-be former home of Exceptional Foods in Fishtown is slated to become what may prove to be exceptional residences. Colliers International announced on Aug. […]

City Life

Boston Marathon Dad Mike Rossi Charged With Punching a Woman

Every time we write a story about Mike Rossi, we think to ourselves, Well, that will probably be the last time we write about Mike […]

City Life

“Frank Rizzo Down” Protest Planned for Center City

A protest calling for the removal of the city’s Frank Rizzo statue is planned for Monday afternoon. The “Frank Rizzo Down” rally will kick off at […]

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City Life

Rizzo Statue Tagged With “Black Power”

This is a developing story. Check back for more information. Philly’s Frank Rizzo statue was tagged with “Black Power” on Thursday night. 

City Life

More Than 18,000 People Have Signed a Petition to Keep the Rizzo Statue

A petition to keep the city’s Frank Rizzo statue is gaining steam. As of 4 p.m. Thursday, more than 18,000 people had signed the petition, […]

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City Life

City on Broad Street Parking: Cops Have More Important Things to Do

The Broad Street median parking war continues. The city is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit filed last month in Common Pleas Court by an urbanist political […]

City Life

Photos: Thousands Gather for “Philly is Charlottesville” Rally

Police say more than two thousand people flooded the city’s streets on Wednesday night for the “Philly is Charlottesville” march against racism. Interfaith organization POWER (Philadelphians Organized to Witness, […]

City Life

Philly Fireman Taking Heat for Charlottesville Post

The Philadelphia Fire Department and Mayor Jim Kenney have spoken out against what they called a “reprehensible” photo posted by a Philly fireman after the Charlottesville rally. […]

Restaurants

Diner en Blanc Philly Is Now the Biggest Diner en Blanc in the Country

Behind the Line is Foobooz’s weekly interview series with the people who make up Philadelphia’s dynamic bar and restaurant scene. Click here for the full […]

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City Life

Man Who Allegedly Urinated on Synagogue Charged With Ethnic Intimidation

The man who gave a security camera the middle finger before urinating on the front steps of a synagogue in Northeast Philly has been charged […]

Property

Scofflaw Developers Continue to Build on City-Owned Land

If you want to acquire city-owned land for your development, you should have all your permitting, licensing and tax-compliance ducks in a row. At least, […]