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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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Larry Mendte: We Shouldn’t Know Adam Lanza’s Name

The national media has to atone for the journalistic sins of Newtown, Connecticut, and I believe I have the perfect path to redemption. The media […]

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Larry Mendte: We Shouldn’t Know Adam Lanza’s Name

The national media has to atone for the journalistic sins of Newtown, Connecticut, and I believe I have the perfect path to redemption. The media […]

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How to Render the NRA Powerless: A Very Simple Plan

It is a sad testament to the depth of our national indifference that it took the massacre of 20 first-graders to finally trigger a united […]

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Union Sues Corbett to Block Potential Lottery Sale

Two weeks before the state will decide whether or not to hand over the reins of its (very well functioning) state lottery to a private […]

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How Twitter vs. Facebook War Affects You

Not that we needed more proof of the animosity social media juggernauts Facebook and Twitter harbor for each other, but it’s reaching a boiling point […]

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Rendell Weighs in on Conn. Shooting

Ed Rendell’s always been vocal about the need for strong gun control. He’s called for stricter legislation as Mayor, Governor, and most recently as a […]


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.


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MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough Changes Mind on Guns

MSNBC’s Joe Scarborough—until yesterday a pistol-waving poster boy for the NRA—says he has seen the light on gun control. Pardon me if I don’t  start […]

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Comcast to Rake in $263 Million Very Soon

Sprint is planning on buying up Clearwire, a mobile broadband provider that created the 4G technology you might just be using to read this. How […]

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UPDATE: One of Two Alleged SEPTA Shooters Charged

One of the two boys believed to have taken part in last week’s post-Sixers game SEPTA shooting, is currently being questioned by the police. The […]

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The Real Presidential Election, Starring Mayor Nutter, Happened Today

As of this afternoon, Pennsylvania has voted for Barack Obama. No, this isn’t stale news. You’re the ones who’d jumped the gun. While everyone had been […]

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Garrett Reid Had Steroids in Room When He Overdosed

When unused syringes and needles were found in the Lehigh University dorm room in which Andy Reid’s 29 year-old son overdosed on heroin in August, […]

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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.


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Gay Chorus Sings Chick-Fil-A

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New Jersey To Vote on Conversion Therapy

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VIDEO: Obama’s Newtown Speech

In case you missed it, here are the remarks President Obama delivered last night at Newtown High School, a mile from the scene of Friday’s […]

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