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.
(And Dan McQuade proves it with his personal drinking history.)
Chance for a destructive, costly storm have dropped immensely.
In mayor’s eyes, a huge success is being belittled by negative Philadelphians.
“I am proud that Philadelphia has such a strong LGBT community and that it has been recognized as being the best big city in the country for LGBT equality.”
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.
She said she never signed secrecy oath. Prosecutors say she did.
He wants to try again this year. Plus: More from our morning report.
SMU hoops coach — and former Sixers coach and exec — suspended for nine games for violating rules.
Editor Stephen Segal is out at PW; City Paper’s Editor Lil Swanson: “We’re all in shock.”
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.
Details on the big night at the National Constitution Center.
It’s going to be wet the next few days.
It attempts to highlight particular LGBTQ interest in Japanese mango and anime.
Point guard is hoping to use lessons from his chaotic career to impart wisdom on his young teammates.
