April 2026 Issue
Featured
Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not
As Waymo taxis prepare to launch here, urgent questions about safety, jobs, and who this technology actually serves still need to be answered.
Paul Offit vs. RFK Jr. Is the Battle of Our Times
How Philly’s leading vaccine doctor became MAHA’s public enemy number one
Candidate Crib Sheet: The Race to Replace Dwight Evans
From the son of a former mayor to a famous doctor to a high-profile state representative, here’s what you need to know before you head to the polls.
Anonymous Philadelphians Reveal Their Finances to Us
How Philadelphians across the socioeconomic spectrum spend, scrimp, save, and live on the money they’ve got.
Philly’s Economy Is Growing — But People’s Lives Aren’t Getting Better
When it comes to creating well-paying jobs that grow and support a middle class, Philly has lost the plot.
Metropolis
Emma Copley Eisenberg Talks Fat Liberation, South Philly, and Her Brand-New Book
The acclaimed South Philly novelist is back with a new work of fiction, set in and around Philadelphia.
Don’t Look Now … But Philly Is Safe
How the hell did that happen? And why is the mayor not taking more credit for it?
The Great Philly Mag Semiquincentennial Quiz: Part 3
Test your Philly history knowledge. This month: William Penn and the Quakers!
Why Philly Needs an Ona Judge Day
Philadelphia has a chance to preserve history in bigger, bolder ways by honoring the woman who escaped slavery under President George Washington.
Scout
You Can Actually Get Your Hands on a Birkin Thanks to This Philly-Based Company
The 1916 Company has added designer handbags to its collection of luxury resale offerings.
3 Over-the-Top Takes on Philly Carriage Houses
A bespoke wet room, a posh playhouse, and a massive wine cellar prove that extreme customization is on the rise.
A Peek Behind the Tofani Door of One East Passyunk Rowhome
Re(work) Architecture & Design gave the rest of the home a mostly mid-century aesthetic.
What We’re Loving Right Now: Cruise-Worthy Looks for Your Tropical Trip
With Norwegian Cruise Line now sailing between Philly and Bermuda, we’ve got our sights set on vacation-ready style.
Living in Fitler Square: A Neighborhood Guide
This quiet pocket of the city delights with convivial restaurants, pretty parks, and a welcoming vibe.
These Philly-Area Mobile Bookstores Bring Their Shelves to You
Plus: New titles to add to your stack this spring.
Getaway: Spring Break for Grown-Ups in Virginia Beach
This oceanfront escape promises everything from a vibrant art scene to a coral-filtered vodka distillery.
Navigator
Bomb Bomb Bar Is a Masterclass in South Philly Nostalgia
Joey Baldino is preserving the legacy of Bomb Bomb Bar with silky carbonara and mussels fra diavolo served up with delightfully old school vibes.
Celebrating the Most Talented Curtis Institute Graduates
Plus, a look at the prestigious Rittenhouse school’s rising stars, including a 14-year-old who insists on remaining mononymous..
Ministry of Awe Founder Talks Murals, Philly Grit, and Being an Artist in 2026 America
Meet Meg Saligman, who likes to paint big. Really big.
This Small Philly Spot Has Achieved Burger Perfection
At Huda Burger, the singular focus on beefy smashburgers and pillowy milk bread buns pays off.