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What Happened to Chris Rabb?

Sixteen years ago, he wrote a book touting conscious capitalism. Now he’s a Democratic Socialist hanging out with controversial podcaster Hasan Piker. Did he change — or did America?


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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

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Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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Email Scandal Ensnares Dozens of AG Staffers

Sixty-one employees disciplined for racy messages.

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State Poised to Strike Casino Firearms Ban

AG’s office says Gaming Board doesn’t have the authority.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Burlesque queen Lascivious Jane on her local lady crushes.

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Police Say Good Samaritan Stopped Bike Theft

They say the thief had a gun.

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Philly Man Building Actual Batman Batsuit

“It’s important to stress that this is not a costume,” he insists.

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LISTEN: Delvin Barnes Appears in Philadelphia Courtroom

The man accused of kidnapping Carlesha Freeland-Gaither will have a bail hearing Friday.


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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Stockton College to Buy Former Showboat Casino

It plans a branch campus there.

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Chester’s Dominic Pileggi Ousted as Pa. Senate Leader

The GOP caucus moves right.

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WATCH: SRC Member Tells Kids They’re ‘In Failing Schools’

She’d previously denied it.

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Eric Frein Look-Alike to Get Car

Crowdfunding campaign raised nearly $25,000.

Being Non-gender and Homeless

A Philly non-gender youth shares his experience on We Are The Youth.

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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.


News

Fumo in Inquirer: Don’t Give Money to Homeless

Ex-pol, ex-con resurfaces in newspaper.

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Almost Nobody Believes Comcast on Net Neutrality. Why?

Skepticism over loyalty to the “Open Internet.”

Philly Earns Perfect Score for LGBT-Friendliness

Says an annual report from the HRC.

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Man Who Drove Corvette into River: “What’s the Charge?”

John Kramer is wanted by police.

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