People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.
Mathis: Two reasons to think he can — and one reason to think he can’t.
Same-sex wedding expo, Aiden James, Pissi Myles, OutFest, and more.
The Philly pop artist talks coming out and coming home.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
Comcast customer service, Mumia Abu-Jamal, and overlooked crimes are on the list.
Hooking, crooking, overlooking: Leaves aren’t the only thing falling around here.
A pediatrician has sued the city over her termination.
To help trans women thrive in the workforce.
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.
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.
