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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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American Apparel Bikini Gets Barista Bounced from Philly Pool

She says she was harassed by city employees.

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Serial Target Shoplifter Pilfered TI Calculators

He received 3 to 23 months in prison.

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Closing Arguments in the Traffic Court Trial

Feds wrapped up their case yesterday; the defense is expected to finish today.

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Signs Now Required at Philadelphia Work Sites

Projects over three stories require a 3-by-5-foot sign.

100 HIV Researchers On Downed Malaysian Plane

Heading to an AIDS conference in Australia.

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School District Publishes List of Employee Salaries

Teachers and administrators are included in the data set.


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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Are Offshore Wind Farms the Future of AC?

Feds open up nearly 344,000 acres off the South Jersey coast for commercial wind energy.

In Iowa, Chris Christie Denies Presidential Run

Did you catch the “in Iowa” part?

Local Manufacturing Is on the Uptick

Business activity levels are the highest in three years.

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I-95 Cottman Avenue Traffic Tangle Finally Over?

Southbound off-ramp expected to re-open Friday morning for rush-hour traffic.

Who Will Sit Next to Rosie and Whoopi On The View?

Everything you need to know.

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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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Obama Appears in Wilmington

He signed a memorandum creating his new ‘Build America’ initiative.

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Stanley Cup in Sea Isle City Today

No, the Flyers didn’t somehow win it when you weren’t looking.

Field Guide to Sand Blast 2014

For your gay seaside-frolicking pleasure.

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Yeah, but Would an NBA Team of Philly Natives Be Any Good?

Here’s how a “hometown Sixers” featuring Kobe Bryant and Kyle Lowry might play together.

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