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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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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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New Poll Shows Cities Where the Highest LGBT Populations Live

Philly doesn’t make it in the top ten.

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How Awesome Fest Devolved Into Ugly Lawsuit

Read the gory details.

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Tyfine Hamilton, 15, Arrested for Overbrook Murder

His aunt told CBS3 that he was off his meds.

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3 Thoughts From the Mini-Riot

Mathis: Protesters tip-toed right up to the line that separates violence from non-violence. Did they cross it?

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No, It’s Not Time to Abolish Fraternities

Marks: The recent headlines are awful. But the vast majority are great organizations.

Philanthropy Friday: Garden State Equality

Jersey’s statewide LGBT advocacy group.


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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The Book Dungeon Isn’t the Real Scandal

Teachers and the district have had “had to focus on keeping the lights on instead of distributing outdated books.”

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Dems Ditch Council Candidate over Facebook Ravings

Plus, the FOP disses Lynne Abraham.

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The Bicycle Lobby Has Won, and Philly Will Never Be the Same Again

Bike lanes and Swedish traffic policy have gone mainstream.

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GIFs: Villanova Routs Lafayette in NCAA Tournament

It was not close.

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WATCH: Tate-Brown Protest Turns Violent

Lawncrest town hall meeting on policing was disrupted by a brawl.

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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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Civil Case Likely in Brandon Tate-Brown Death

Family lawyer says there are still open questions about the police-involved shooting.

Bill Seeks to Make Permanent the Mayor’s Office of LGBT Affairs

It’ll be on the ballot this fall.

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PSU Prez: Might Need to Reevaluate Frat System

Eric Barron says he is “shocked and angered.”

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Watch: Idiots Break Jim’s Steaks’ Windows

This is why you don’t go to South Street.

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