Guides

Celebrating the Most Talented Curtis Institute of Music Graduates

Plus, a look at the prestigious Rittenhouse school’s rising stars, including a 14-year-old who insists on remaining mononymous.


Longform

Paul Offit vs. RFK Jr. Is the Battle of Our Times

Guides

Candidate Crib Sheet: The Race to Replace Dwight Evans

Opinion

Why Philly Needs an Ona Judge Day

Latest Stories

News

Darryl Dawkins, “Chocolate Thunder,” Has Died

The 76er was famous for his backboard-shattering dunks.

Spencer’s Sold “Travel Size Tranny Doll”

Yet another case of a deeply-offensive item for sale.

News

SEPTA Offers Optimism, Map for Pope’s Visit

“This is an easy event to get to, and I don’t want anyone to regret skipping it.”

News

FBI, Police Seek Bank Robbery Suspect

Citizens Bank was robbed on Wednesday afternoon.

Queer at FringeArts Fest: The Captive

It was such a scandal during a 1920’s premiere that the entire cast was arrested.

News

Online Voter Registration Coming to Pennsylvania

Tom Wolf announced the change.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


News

WATCH: Philly Cops Do the “Nae Nae”

Officers bust a move.

News

What Happens When Your N64 Eagles Jersey Goes Viral

Jason Fanelli explains.

State Legislature Proposes Bill to End Gay and Trans Panic Defense

The passage would be a major victory for LGBT advocates in the state.

This Nifty New Tool Shows How Much It Costs to Live in Philly

Compared to other metros, it’s a lot.

News

Here’s What’s in All of Those Porngate Emails

The messages Kathleen Kane says are crucial to her defense are available for public inspection at City Hall.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


News

Foot Orgasms? Yes, Says Drexel Prof

And he even tells you how to have one.

Mayor Nutter: Don’t Worry, Be Happy About the Pope’s Visit!

Rebranding the traffic box as the “Francis Festival Zone.”

News

What’s Unsaid in the #BlackLivesMatter Discussion

Francis: Police brutality is just the first item on the agenda.

hate crime laws

State Lawmakers Introduce PA LGBT Nondiscrimination Bill

The proposed Pennsylvania Fairness Act would update the original bill from 1955.

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