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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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Christie Delays Public Signing of Immigrant Tuition Bill

But he’s already signed it privately.

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Broad Street Ministry Ordains City’s First Openly Gay Minister

“He sees himself first and foremost as someone called to pastor God’s people.”

Evander Holyfield Compares Being Gay to Having a “Handicap”

And more in the weekend’s LGBT news.

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“Noxious Odor” Hits Northeast

Utility companies say it wasn’t gas fumes.

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Eagles Postseason Guide

A position-by-position inventory of what this team needs and how badly.

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Stu Bykofsky’s Lousy Idea to Help Unemployed Workers

Throwing an anchor to a drowning man who needs a life vest.


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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Does Mayor Nutter Deserve More Credit for Philly’s Dropping Murder Rate?

Maybe. But only if this year’s trend can be sustained.

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Just How Cold Is Philadelphia Going to Get?

An extreme chill is on the way.

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VIDEO: Eagles Fan Spits On Saints Fan at Linc

Preserving Philadelphia’s classy reputation.

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Roads and Sidewalks Are Sheets of Ice

“Extremely hazardous,” says Streets Dept.

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Inky Ownership Battle Moves to End Game

Minority owners ready to dissolve the partnership—but not in easy fashion.

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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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Bold Eagles Predictions: The Birds Will Beat the Saints

Mendte: Here are 8 good reasons.

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Photos of Cab Fire at Rittenhouse Square

As if Friday’s commute didn’t suck enough.

14 Gay Philly Instagrams You May Have Missed This Week

The New Year’s Edition.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP

All kinds of gay reasons to venture out in the snow.

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