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.
An evening of entertainment at Tabu is for a good cause.
Kenney blends old and new school politics and personality. See for yourself April 2.
“No [racial epithet] lover will wear my uniform” says letter to Marcus Brown.
Republican Martina White wins the special election to replace Brendan Boyle in the state House.
If state legislators pass Gov. Wolf’s proposed funding bump for higher education.
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.
Mathis: Today’s frat bros are — shudder — tomorrow’s leaders. We need to demand accountability now.
The heavy lifting won’t start until after the Democrats leave next summer. SEPTA promises it will be worth the wait.
27 candidates, and a bevy of incumbents, seek support of Philadelphia 3.0
Weymouth: Delicate Flowers of the Internet, it’s time to put on the Big Girl Pants.
We chatted with a local psychotherapist.
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.
He’s calling on City Hall to generate “payments in lieu of taxes” to help Philly schools.
A spokesman confirms an April 1st press event.
The openly bisexual Cho will play AC in July.
