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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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NCAA Could Restore Paterno’s Wins

Penn State in talks to reverse Sandusky sanctions.

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Inky Reporters Subpoenaed by Grand Jury

Kathleen Kane investigation has spawned another grand jury leak.

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Q&A: Clarke on Staying Out of the Mayor’s Race

A man of few words says a few words.

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UPDATE: Darrell Clarke Will Not Run For Mayor

Does this open the door for Alan Butkovitz? Jim Kenney? Let the jockeying begin.

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Urbanist, Progressive PAC Forming

It’s called the 5th Square, and it could be a harbinger of something big (eventually).

Man Crush Monday

Comedian Chris Blondell reveals his local picks.


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.


Mayor Nutter to Officiate Same-Sex Wedding of Israeli Diplomat

Elad and Oren want to make it official in Philly

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Crayola Facebook Page Hacked With “Offensive Posts”

The PA-based company has apologized.

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Clarke Passes on Mayoral Run

Why it matters. And why it doesn’t.

13 Gay Things to Do This Week

Divas do Duel Piano Bar, a Masquerade Ball, NSFW dons thermals again + More

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Penn Frat on Probation for Christmas Card

Parent organization cites “a severe lack of judgment.”

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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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All Comcast Eyes on New York

Comcast Today: Will the state drive a hard bargain for merger approval?

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Monday’s City Reads

Nutter legacy season has formally begun, and the open data movement hits its “turbulent teenage years.”

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Five Below Sued for Securities Fraud

A stockholder has filed a federal suit against the Philly-based company.

Advocate Ranks Erie, PA 7th Queerest City in the States

Who knew it was so gay?!

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