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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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Sixers vs Kings Preview

The Sixers will take on the Sacramento Kings tonight in hopes of ending their four game losing streak. To do so they’ll need to slow down star center DeMarcus Cousins.

Gayborhood Racism: A 30-Day Progress Report

While the PCHR is still working on its post-hearing findings, there has been movement in other quarters.

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Amy Gutmann Will Be President of Penn Until at Least 2022

She received a long contract extension.

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PFT: Philly Needs More Teachers

The union made its case yesterday.

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Suspects Wanted for Anti-Trump Graffiti

One of the men was wearing a blazer and carrying a wine glass.

Opinion

How to Be a True Ally in Trump’s America

Owens: Safety pins and self-righteous pity parties won’t cut it.


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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Here’s How the Jill Stein-Led Recount Effort is Going in Philly

It’s complicated.

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City Council to Hold Hearing on Illegal Towing

Ever been the victim of a tow-truck bait scheme? Now’s your chance to get even.

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Philly’s Largest Wawa Opens Friday

The new Wawa at 20th and Market will sprawl over 7,000 square feet.

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Teachers’ Union Head Rejects District’s $100M Contract Offer

Philly teachers have been without a contract for more than three years.

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Opinion

Could the 2016 SEPTA Strike Be the Last One Ever?

The pros and cons of three approaches.

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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.


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The Latest on the Pennsylvania Vote Recount Effort

Jill Stein says she expects challenges to the vote to be filed today.

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Cavs Beat 76ers 112-108

Led by Kyrie Irving (39 points) and LeBron James (26 points, 10 rebounds, 13 assists), the Cleveland Cavaliers came back to beat the 76ers 112-108.

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Best Thing This Week: Raging Bull!

He had a rendezvous with destiny, but he was born to run.

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Sixers vs Cavs Preview

Can the Sixers take LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers down to the wire for the second time this month?

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