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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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SEPTA Ridership Was Down in 2014—Are Millennials to Blame?

Nationwide, transit ridership was up.

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The Difference Between Apple and Comcast

One tech company is beloved. The other isn’t. HBO Go is one reason why.

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Taj Will Keep Trump Name

But Trump Plaza will have to remove “all vestiges” of moniker.

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Pope Gets Official Milkshake Flavor in Sham of a Contest

Still, $3.90 for a milkshake isn’t bad.

Bette Midler Sings Kim Kardashian Tweets

Cabaret-style on Jimmy Kimmel Live.

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The Brief: Happy Ballot Challenge Season!

Candidates’ nomination petitions are due today. Let the games begin.


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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Diaz: Replace SRC With Parent-Led Board

Mayoral candidate springs idea at ed forum.

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New Ad Campaign to Feature Yuengling Tattoos

Fans of “the lager” will be featured in brewery’s new campaign.

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More Sting Charges Expected

Three more cases arise from Kathleen Kane’s abandoned sting.

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Newtown Square Middle Schooler’s Death Ruled Suicide

Cayman Naib died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

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Green Won’t Challenge Wolf’s SRC Decision

Displaced SRC chair says he won’t risk compromising support for the district.

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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.


Man Crush Monday: Navaya Shay

Philly’s biggest-boobed drag queen names her local crushes.

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TV Buffoon Stephen A. Smith Suggests Chip Kelly Is Racist

Why else would he trade black players?

Homophobic Vandals Damage Rachelle Lee Smith’s “Speaking OUT” Exhibit

“God hates gays” among the graffiti.

22 Gay Things to Do in Philly This Week

A lesbian circus, Brittany Lynn’s roast, Saint Patrick’s Gay parties and more.

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