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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Two guys + one amazing apartment equals lessons of modern love

Two guys + one amazing apartment equals lessons of modern love  Modern love lesson 1: two is better than one John Minor, manager of Center […]

You don’t have to feel blue just because it’s black outside

You don’t have to feel blue just because it’s black outside You wake up, it’s dark. You leave work, it’s dark. It’s only 6 p.m. […]

Who says you can’t dress up a week after Halloween?

Whether you’re a Harry Potter novice or whether you could have called Dumbledore’s sexual orientation back in ’04, the Magical Muggle Museum is the place […]

Prime Finds: Spray On

I pretty much worship everything about A Beautiful Life owners Jennifer and Tony Artur; now I can actually smell like them with their new citrus-y, […]

Prime Finds: Brain Power

Give me one good reason why you shouldn’t kitsch up your computer. Pat Says Now brain mouse, $29.95 at Scarlett Alley, 241 Race Street, 215-592-7898, […]

AC Now: Last Call: My A.C.: Robert Irvine, Dinner: Impossible Star

• I love Steve Klawitter, the chef at Capriccio. He does a great osso buco. He’s a very creative young man. I trained him. His […]


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


AC Now: Luxuries: Chihuly Chandeliers

Vegas may have Picassos at the Bellagio and Légers at the Venetian, but phooey on that — we’ve got the exquisite Dale Chihuly chandeliers at […]

AC Now: Luxuries: VIP Suites at Trump Plaza

The six penthouse suites on the 21st floor in the east tower of Trump Plaza aren’t for the rest of us — literally. They’re for […]

Susan Pollard Freimanis is the director of A.C.’s one-and-only Tiffany & Co. Susie is stylish. Susie is sweet. And Susie knows just what we want from her impeccable jewelry shop

Start a Tradition: “Our Celebration rings make such perfect gifts. They’re designed to symbolize the most important moments in life: a graduation, an anniversary, the […]

AC Now: Luxuries: Getaways: For the Guys

“Red meat, scotch and plenty of play — a weekend for men en masse”  —  Victor Fiorillo Where to stay: Even with all the development […]

AC Now: Getaways: For the Girls

“Because girls don’t just wanna have any ol’ kind of fun” — Jessica Blatt Where to stay: Four BFFs can comfortably sleep, gossip, and get […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


AC Now: Luxuries: Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa at Harrah’s

At the newest (and our current favorite) A.C. spa, a pedicure puts you on a throne and a massage puts you … to sleep. Among […]

AC Now: Luxuries: The Pool at Harrah’s

Poolside mojitos and cabana massages in January, anyone? Harrah’s nearly new 172,000-square-foot, for-guests-only pool — enclosed by a 90-foot glass dome — has one objective: […]

Got your résumé ready? From amazing perks and benefits to cool work spaces and corporate mission statements, these Philly-area firms blow the competition away

Got your résumé ready? From amazing perks and benefits to cool work spaces these Philly-area firms blow the competition away Best Small Company: NeatReceiptsLocation: West […]

A 1926 firehouse takes on new life as a modern, airy loft

A 1926 firehouse takes on new life as a modern, airy loft John Carr’s home on Howard Street, just north of Girard, is in not […]

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