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.
The measure was approved by voters.
Meet Mayor Kenney’s Inner Circle
Citified breaks out the crystal ball, and predicts who will fill senior posts in the new administration.
Cheryl Ann Wadlington’s Fight to Save Black Girls
Booker: After Spring Valley High, the empowerment work of Evoluer House is more vital than ever.
The casino closed more than a year ago.
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.
Police said the death was a suicide.
Suspects said to trick store employee into buying iPhones. He ended up holding the bag — literally.
Weymouth: As the decorative gourds disappear, one by one, from my stoop, I slip deeper and deeper into madness.
In short, it makes Philly a better city.
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.
Why is the school district borrowing $250 million?
A clash of titans is in the making, as Evans confirms he’ll challenge the embattled 20-year Congressman.
Don’t know who the candidates are? Or where to vote? We’ve got you covered.
LeBron James recorded his 25,000th point in the game, making him the youngest in NBA history to achieve the feat.
