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Philadelphia’s Next Great Era Begins Now

Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776


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Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not

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She Transformed Bok Into a Creative Force. Now Lindsey Scannapieco Is Taking on Broad Street

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Pat Croce: Doing Chemo on Everest

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Road work on South 10th Street at Tasker St.

South Philly Water Main Work Should Be Completed by November

There will be a community meeting on August 18th to discuss it.

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A Massive Number of People Used the Schuylkill River Trail Last Year

How the city’s trails are becoming part of the transportation network.

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No, Kane Scandal Is Not a “Blow to Women”

Mathis: Pennsylvania politics were corrupt long before women started winning elections.

Mazzoni Center: SEPTA Statement Doesn’t Add Up

Their Legal and Public Policy Director claims there are several inaccuracies.

Saxbys Gayborhood Location Sets August Opening

Founder and CEO Nick Bayer will be on hand to pull the location’s inaugural espresso shots.

Kristin Chenoweth Coming Back to Philadelphia

Glitter and be gay!


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

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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Drexel: Most Adults Are Sexting

And those who sext more are generally happier in their relationships.

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PSA: Surprise! Today is Election Day!

Philly will pick three new state legislators today. Here’s a cheat sheet to the race.

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Maikel Franco Hits Massive Home Run in Arizona

Has Phils’ third baseman become a legitimate Rookie of the Year candidate?

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For the Love of Real-Deal Philly Pizza

Weymouth: There’s nothing wrong with the latest wave of artisanal, micro-batch pies. But sometimes you just need Lorenzo’s.

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Toothless Man Robs Wawa of Cigarettes

He just shoved his way behind the counter and took them.

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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.


Bette Midler Tweets “Straight Outta Salem” Meme

“‘Straight Outta Compton’ is the story of the ‘world’s most dangerous group,’ but I think I know a more dangerous one.”

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Waldron Mercy Will Meet Over Gay Teacher’s Firing

Principal acknowledges “great deal of pain” over Margie Winters’ termination.

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Report: SEPTA on Track With Safety Improvements

Tech could’ve saved Amtrak lives; soon available on Regional Rail.

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Police Seek Queen Village Tire Slashers

Grinning duo said to have vandalized 30 vehicles.

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