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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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Snowpocalypse? Not Now.

After dire predictions, Philadelphia gets only a few inches. Did John Bolaris just achieve redemption?

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Here’s What You’ll Be Waking Up To on Tuesday

The latest snow predictions and transit info.

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Half of City Council Just Got Cybersquatted

A new millennial PAC has registered JannieBlackwell.com and more.

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Bandit Takes Dunkin’ Donuts Bag of Money from Rittenhouse Shop

Police suspect him in two other Dunkin’ robberies.

Man Crush Monday: Zach Breeding

Five guys who have caught his eye since moving to town.

Pope Francis Holds Private Audience With Transgender Man

“It’s a very significant event.”


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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Will District Slap Anti-Testing Teachers?

Feltonville educators say they’ve been called to an “investigatory conference” on Thursday.

17 Gay Things to Do in Philly This Week

Jocks vs. nerds, Weird Beard turns 1, drag queens to Into the Woods and more.

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Can Jim Kenney Inherit Ken Trujillo’s Campaign?

Regulators sure would be intrigued if they tried.

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Wolf Declares Snow a “Disaster Emergency”

The bureaucracy prepares for Mother Nature’s vengeance.

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What’s Ed Rendell Up To?

Is he thinking about running for Pat Toomey’s seat? Or just having fun?

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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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Study: In Pa., Only Very Rich Getting Richer

Everybody else getting poorer.

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Did Comcast Ghostwrite Politicians’ Letters?

Report in The Verge says company provided almost the precise wording used by supporters.

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Mayor Nutter: Snow Emergency at 6, “Move Your Car!”

All vehicles on snow emergency routes will be towed after 6 p.m.

INTERVIEW: Out Poet Kevin Killian on His Fascination With Kylie, Visiting Whitman, and the “Tsunami of Genitalia” He’s Bringing to Philly

Kevin Killian is a multi-talented writer who uses his novels, poetry, plays, and stories to talk about LGBT issues from the past and the present. I […]

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