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.
Two suspects are dead after guard attacked outside show.
How Wawa Is Spreading the Gospel of Hoagies
As the convenience store expands, it’s introducing people to the word “hoagie.” Will it stick?
The sole adult survivor of the MOVE bombing talks about the events of that day, her Catholic-school upbringing and Liam Neeson.
A Derby brunch, Brian Sims, the Rainbow Train and more.
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.
“It sure looks suspicious,” says Committee of Seventy prez David Thornburgh.
David Wildstein pleads, two others indicted.
It’s really more of a rally.
McQuade: A public space should have room for public protests.
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.
Accusations of police misconduct inspired protests in Baltimore, Philly, and beyond.
We’re playing with fire.
Missanelli: This fan base will be haunted forever.
New poll shows many Americans are dubious about the prospect of open data improving government.
