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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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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Philadelphia 76ers center Nerlens Noel (4), small forward Evan Turner (12) and point guard Michael Carter-Williams (1) during a media day photo shoot at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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Oddsmakers Surprisingly Forecasting an Awful Season for the Sixers

The over/under forecast for victories? 16.5.

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A Guide to Rooting for the Tanking 76ers

McQuade: How to support a team that’s trying to lose.

Yes, still. Compared to the absolute destruction on many North Jersey beaches, where homes are still empty and entire blocks have been bulldozed, our South Jersey shores fared relatively well (and I say relatively because some people here lost everything). Still, climate change isn't going away, and neither are issues of flood zones and flood insurance, nor the debate of whether or not our barrier island beach towns will be here for the long haul, and what we can do to protect them (i.e. dunes — the Margate resistance to dunes should continue to be nasty). We'll hit the two-year anniversary in October, but expect this to be affecting policy for a long time. I still hear people talking about the Storm of '62. Sandy will be on our lips more than 50 years from now, too.
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A Big, Big Chart About Hurricane Sandy Recovery

As compiled by the folks at Porch.com

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Do Philly Fans Deserve Their Lousy Reputation?

Take our Ultimate Fan Poll.

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Brawl on SEPTA Bus Caught on Video

No injuries were reported, at least.

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Fiorillo: I Don’t Hate Publicists

I think it’s important for me to say that for the record.


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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“Poison Candy” is Just Another Fake Halloween Horror Story

Delaware researcher has the proof.

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Pennsylvania’s Economy Kind of Stinks

In jobs and GDP, we’re lagging behind the national average.

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Chris Christie: Same As the Old Boss

NYT assessment says not much has changed.

LGBT Six-Word Memoir of the Day: Eric Manas

Today, our first action meme, and the first about being a gay parent.

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North Philly Woman Says DEA Raid Hit Wrong Home

Oopsie!

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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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Penn State to Announce New President on Friday

Will guide the university through its post-Sandusky era.

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Brian Tierney Is Out at the Inquirer. Again.

Former publisher leaves amidst infighting, opposition to his return.

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Obama: Incompetent or Unaware?

On NSA, Obamacare and Benghazi, there is no acceptable answer.

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Philadelphia’s Newspapers Are Almost Profitable Again

Unexpected news at the heart of the ownership battle.

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