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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

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.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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Philanthropy Friday: Garden State Equality

Jersey’s statewide LGBT advocacy group.

Philadelphia book dungeon

The Book Dungeon Isn’t the Real Scandal

Teachers and the district have had “had to focus on keeping the lights on instead of distributing outdated books.”

News

Dems Ditch Council Candidate over Facebook Ravings

Plus, the FOP disses Lynne Abraham.

News

The Bicycle Lobby Has Won, and Philly Will Never Be the Same Again

Bike lanes and Swedish traffic policy have gone mainstream.

News

GIFs: Villanova Routs Lafayette in NCAA Tournament

It was not close.

News

WATCH: Tate-Brown Protest Turns Violent

Lawncrest town hall meeting on policing was disrupted by a brawl.


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.


News

Civil Case Likely in Brandon Tate-Brown Death

Family lawyer says there are still open questions about the police-involved shooting.

Bill Seeks to Make Permanent the Mayor’s Office of LGBT Affairs

It’ll be on the ballot this fall.

News

PSU Prez: Might Need to Reevaluate Frat System

Eric Barron says he is “shocked and angered.”

News

Watch: Idiots Break Jim’s Steaks’ Windows

This is why you don’t go to South Street.

News

15-Year-Old Arrested for Murder of Dog-Walking Overbrook Man

Two more arrests imminent, say police.

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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.


News

Tonight! The Mayoral Candidates Talk Mobility

The forum that focuses on making Philly a better, safer place for pedestrians and cyclists.

Fran Drescher Hosting Philadelphia Pride 2015

The award-winning actress will be the head of the party.

Youth Voices: Mckenzie

Great coming out advice, and the impact of #BlackLivesMatter.

News

D.A.: No Charges in Tate-Brown Shooting

Says case is a tragedy, but not a crime by police.

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