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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.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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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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Judge: Media Will Be Shut Out of Newspaper Auction

But says that the amount of the final bid will be disclosed publicly.

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Cliff Lee Goes on the DL

“It’s never good news whenever you lose one of your No. 1 pitchers, but it’s pretty mild,” Amaro said.

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Wolf, Boyle, Neilson Win Tuesday Vote

Now Democrats look ahead to November.

PA Equality Advocates Respond to Today’s Marriage Decision

“The inescapable reality of full equality is now one step closer.”

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City Hall is Staying Open Late So You Can Get Gay Married

Plus: We have our first Philly couple to apply for a license.

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Gay Marriage Ruling: Twitter Reacts

And (on social media, anyway) there was much rejoicing.


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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The Most Selective College in Pennsylvania Is…

You might be surprised at the answer.

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Mistrial in Reputed Mobster’s Murder Case

Two jurors were dismissed for undisclosed reasons.

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Judge Strikes Down PA’s Gay Marriage Ban!

Pennsylvania leaps to the right side of history.

Philly-Based Doc Where I Am Available on Netflix Instant

The story of local writer Robert Drake.

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N.J. Sierra Club Rips Chris Christie

Governor moves to replace two Pinelands commissioners.

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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.


Gay Wedding Photos

Steve Meyers and Scott Rollick’s spring knot-tying.

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Philly Mag Takes Home 6 National City Magazine Awards

Including general excellence. Read the pieces that were honored Monday night.

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Election Day Turnout: ‘Super Light’

People aren’t headed to the polls so far.

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Penn President Does ‘Gangnam Style’ Dance at Graduation

Amy Gutmann dances to The Song of Late Summer, 2012.

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