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Candidate Crib Sheet: The Race to Replace Dwight Evans

The 3rd Congressional District has a highly competitive primary for the first time in 35 years. From the son of a former mayor to a famous doctor to a high-profile state representative, here’s what you need to know before you head to the polls.


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Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not

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The PGA Championship, By the Numbers

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She Transformed Bok Into a Creative Force. Now Lindsey Scannapieco Is Taking on Broad Street

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Police Respond to Viral Video of Officer Punching Suspect

It’s disturbing to watch. But it’s also quite old.

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Kaukab Siddique Keeps Saying Terrible, Anti-Semitic Stuff on Facebook

Spikol: But that doesn’t mean the Lincoln University prof should lose his job.

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Finally, Someone Explained Councilmanic Prerogative

Pew creates a guide to the one of the most opaque — and important — parts of Philadelphia government.

The Urban Pontificate

Urbanists have a powerful new ally in Pope Francis.

Rick Santorum on The Rachel Maddow Show

Talk about an awkward gay discussion.

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Cheating Online Isn’t Safe Anymore

The Ashley Madison hackers have started naming names.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

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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Man With Plastic Bag on Head Robs Philly Dunkin Donuts

You can see who he is.

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Officials: Philly Prison Guard Was Stabbed 12 Times

The alleged incident happened at the jail that Pope Francis is supposed to visit.

There’s a Gay Bear Hersheypark After Dark Take-Over

The Coaster Bears Northeast Division is planning a “Bear Invasion.”

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New York Times Refuses to Publish Cosby Deposition (We Asked)

Fiorillo: The publishing giant needs to step up.

PHOTOS: A Bowtie Collection for the Ladies

Charita Powell, a long-time Reading Terminal vendor, has a new project that will have heads turning.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


PPA Says: No Center City SEPTA Bus or Rail Service for Pope Visit, “Significant Security Perimeter” From Girard to South

At a board meeting of the Parking Authority, key new details were revealed.

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Chris Christie Forsakes Bruce Springsteen

In interview, says he prefers Bon Jovi, setting off backlash.

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Report: Court Could Remove Kane From Office

Attorney General has vowed to keep job if she’s indicted. But she may not have a choice.

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Katie McGinty Resigns

Senate run next? D.C. Dems said to view former Wolf chief of staff as a “rising star.”

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