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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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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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Pa. State Sen. Sued by Ex-Chief of Staff

LeAnna Washington is accused of making homophobic comments.

G Philly Wins 2014 CRMA

That’s one of six award for Philly Mag.


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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Biz Faculty Votes ‘No Confidence’ in SJU President

Faculty unrest at St. Joe’s gets deeper.

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Feds: Malvern Company Bilked Philly Out of $556,633

No one is expected to go to prison.

Major Gay Marriage Ruling Expected Today in PA

A decision on Whitewood v. Wolf on the horizon.

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Decision on Pa. Same-Sex Marriage Ban Expected Today

ACLU plans rally for 5 p.m. today at City Hall.

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Have a Moral Dilemma? There’s an App for That.

Hingston: But can an attempt to improve ethical decision-making compete with Fruit Ninja?

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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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Christie Legal Bill Climbs Over $3 Million

Bridgegate is getting expensive for Jersey taxpayers.

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DA’s Office Will Handle Traffic Prosecutions

Part of overhaul to end corrupt system.

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Philly Mag’s Election Day Guide

Almost everything you need to know about today’s primary election.

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It’s Election Day!

Who will Dems select to challenge Tom Corbett? And will Philly turn out?

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