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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.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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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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Sixers Fall to Pistons 107-95

The Sixers fell 107-95 to the Detroit Pistons Friday night at the Wells Fargo Center, dropping to 1-23 on the season.

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Witness in Gay-Bashing Trial: “I Thought He Was Dead”

Scenes from the second day of testimony.

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Sixers Extend Brett Brown

The Sixers and head coach Brett Brown have agreed on a two-year contract extension.

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Mythbuster: Suicide Is Not More Common During the Holidays

Spikol: The media is finally getting it right.

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Chip Kelly (Surprisingly) Does the Right Thing

Missanelli: The Eagles coach shows some humility. It’s about time.

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Richard Negrin’s Second Act

Nutter’s managing director is putting his political ambitions on hold for a partnership at Obermayer.


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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WATCH: Protesters, Security Clash at Donald Trump’s Pa. Society Appearance

Demonstrators dragged out by security.

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Audit: City Pension Fund Still Going Broke

The city doesn’t have the money to pay even half its pension obligations.

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Weekly Sixers Roundup

There are many strong opinions about the Sixers’ hiring of Jerry Colangelo.

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SRC to Give Hite Five More Years at District Helm

Officials back his leadership, budget management.

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Interview: Gloria Allred

We chat with the feared and loathed Philly native.

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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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Dolph Schayes, Original Sixers Legend, Has Died

He helped the franchise win its first NBA title.

Getting Down With The Skivvies

Broadway stars Lauren Molina and Nick Cearley return to Philly with a new stripped-down holiday show.

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Why Unity Won’t Solve Donald Trump’s Ugly Bigotry

Gooray: Americans who are buying into his divisive rhetoric are not going to just start thinking differently.

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Council Approves Glitzy South Philly Casino

Morning headlines: It’s expected to create 5,000 jobs.

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