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AKA University City, (Almost) Ready For Its Closeup
The last time we toured AKA University City at Cira Centre South, the residence/hotel was largely piles of drywall and warrens of metal studs. That […]
What the Incredible Rise of the Independent Voter Means for Philly
For more than half of the 20th century, the number of registered independents and third-party voters in Philadelphia didn’t change much. From the 1940s to […]
Trinity Tuesday: Urban Pastoral in East Falls, $199K
Want suburban quiet and urban charm at the same time in a convenient location? Then this colorful East Falls treasure is sure to tickle your […]
Penn Students Remove Prominent Shakespeare Portrait, Replace With Photo of Renowned Black Female Writer
https://twitter.com/kauvabiryani/status/804741121574371328 Students at the University of Pennsylvania have replaced a massive portrait of William Shakespeare with a photo of Audre Lorde, a black, lesbian, feminist writer […]
Report: Florida Defensive Coordinator Is New Temple Coach
Geoff Collins, a rising star in the coaching ranks who led Florida’s top-10 defense this season, will be the new coach at Temple. ESPN’s Brett […]
Penn Medicine to Finalize Merger With Princeton HealthCare System
The University of Pennsylvania Medicine is about to add its first New Jersey member – Princeton HealthCare System.
City Screws Up Royally by Not Firing Attorney Involved in Trump Graffiti
The people that I work for tell me that they’re really happy with my job performance. I get good reviews. They’re flexible with my often […]
Ex-Congressman Chaka Fattah Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison
A federal judge has sentenced former U.S. Representative Chaka Fattah to 10 years in prison following his July conviction on charges of participating in a racketeering conspiracy, […]
Philly Cooks Tickets: A Gift For The Gastronaut In Your Life
Hey, guess what? Philly Cooks is coming up again–that big party featuring all the best restaurants, a lot of the best booze and all the […]
Archdiocese to Close Two City, Two Suburban Churches
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia will close four local churches, including two in the city, the institution announced yesterday.
Now Open: Res Ipsa Cafe
The all-day cafe is the new fast-casual. Or anyway, that’s certainly how it seems with the recent surge of these hybrid coffeshop/bar/restaurants we’ve seen around […]
City Attorney Connected to Anti-Trump Graffiti Will Keep His Job
The city attorney who was connected to anti-Donald Trump graffiti in Chestnut Hill will keep his job, officials said this morning.
A Railroad Baron’s Castle Goes on the Market in Powelton Village: $2.899M
The magnificent medieval-style home at 3512 Baring St. has served as a “multi-family” residence for most of its existence, but it didn’t begin life that […]
T.J. McConnell Lifts Sixers to 97-79 Victory
The Philadelphia 76ers jumped out to an early lead against the Detroit Pistons, eventually holding on for a 97-79 victory. The win improves the Sixers […]
Exit Interview: Pit Bull U.S. Attorney Zane David Memeger
In Philadelphia, Zane David Memeger is a feared man. During his six-year tenure as U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, he helped end the […]