Longform

Trump’s Cuts Are Hitting Philly Hard. Can the City Hold On?

Why we are uniquely vulnerable to the president’s economic rampage … and how Philadelphia can (maybe) fortify itself for the future.


Guides

The Editors’ Cut: What We’re Reading, Watching, Doing, and Liking This Week

Q&A

Philly’s Top Cop Talks Plummeting Homicides, Horrible Drivers, and ICE Raids

News

Josh Shapiro Puts Kamala Harris on Blast Over “Blatant Lies”

Latest Stories

Eric Greco
News

Q&A: Wynnewood’s Eric Greco, Bridge Player of the Year

His victory, however, was a little controversial.

Homeless Memorial Day - Sr. Mary Scullion
News

Hundreds Gather at Homeless Memorial Vigil

More than 200 homeless Philadelphians died in 2016.

Mayor's Suite
News

City To Lease Mayor’s Box at Wells Fargo Center

The revenue will benefit public schools in Philly.

How to Get Involved in the Age of Trump

Our nonpartisan guide to getting active in local politics and fighting for the issues you care about.

Philadelphia police drug bust press conference
News

How Drug Busts in Kensington Could Make Things Even Worse

176 arrests, and for what?

News

Report: Joe Biden is Coming to Penn

A spokesperson declined to comment.


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

Mayor Kenney Creates Trash Cabinet

He’s setting a “zero waste” goal for 2035.

Gayborhood Racism: A 60-Day Progress Report

PCHR announces a date for the release of its findings and recommendations.

Opinion

The Berks Mothers’ Christmas Wish

Vourvoulias: Asylum-seeking mothers held with their children ask to be spared yet another incarcerated holiday.

News

Grinch Does His Job, Ruins Christmas for Kids at Local Mall

You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch.

Clay Buchholz pitching for the Red Sox
News

Phillies Trade for Red Sox Pitcher Clay Buchholz

They gave up a low-level prospect.

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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

New Taliban Video Shows Pa. Woman, Children

Caitlan Coleman and her husband were captured in 2012.

Opinion

The Case for Philly Statehood

If the rest of Pennsylvania doesn’t want us, maybe it’s time to strike out on our own.

teacher vacancies
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DNC Money To Benefit Philly Schools

The host committee will donate $750k.

News

Noel Not Benched, But Won’t Play

Bryan Colangelo attempted to explain the Nerlens Noel situation, providing little clarity in the process.

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