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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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Sen. Vincent Hughes Takes Aim at Klan Activity

“We cannot allow the intolerant behavior from the KKK to go unaddressed.”

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Players Resist NFL Concussion Settlement

Say it may not help all affected players.

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Rupert Murdoch Bearish on Christie’s Presidential Prospects

“More coming out” on scandal-plagued governor.

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Nutter May Order Hike in Minimum Wage

Would apply only to city contracts and subcontracts.

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The Bizarre, Mysterious Campaign of Marjorie Margolies

(The weirdest part? She’s kind of winning.)

Man Crush Monday: Jon A. Thon

What local heartthrobs make the local artist swoon?


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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AP: Highways Deaths Rise Where Fracking Happens

In Pennsylvania, a 4 percent rise in traffic deaths.

PHOTOS: SundayOUT at the Piazza

Shots from the Equality Forum’s closing bash.

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Claude Giroux A Finalist for NHL Ted Lindsay Trophy

Along with Sidney Crosby and Ryan Getzlaf.

Philadelphia 76ers guard Michael Carter-Williams (1) is defended by Miami Heat guard Norris Cole (30) during the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center.
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Michael Carter-Williams Is NBA Rookie of the Year

Some hope for fans who endured a crappy season.

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Wilson Goode, Former Mayor, Favors PGW Sale

Writes op-ed in the Philly Tribune.

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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.


Drexel Is 3D Printing Live Cancer Tumors

“A new paradigm for cancer study,” says the man behind the work.

Girl Talk: Darienne Lake

Chit-chatting with the RuPaul’s Drag Race firecracker.

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Two Pundits (And All of Twitter) Ponder Fat Jokes About Chris Christie

Is there any reason to refrain?

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Three Things We Learned from Politico’s Profile of Allyson Schwartz

Can she beat Tom Corbett? Will she get the chance?

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