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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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The Incredible Rise of the Philadelphia Independent Voter

The number of registered independents has nearly doubled here. Why?

News

Penn Students Remove Prominent Shakespeare Portrait

It’s been replaced by a photo of writer and civil-rights activist Audre Lorde.

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Report: Florida Defensive Coordinator Is New Temple Coach

Geoff Collins led a top-10 D this season.

Opinion

It’s Not the Time for Philly Politics as Usual

Owens: Democrats have to come to terms with their statewide loss.

Trans Musician Releases Single Remembering Gloria Casarez

Today would have been the advocate’s 45th birthday.

News

City Screws Up Royally by Not Firing Attorney Involved in Trump Graffiti

The mayor’s office swears there’s no special treatment here.


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.


Sharron Cooks on the U.S. Transgender Survey

The trans advocate spoke candidly about the largest-ever study on transgender experiences.

News

Chaka Fattah Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

Federal prosecutors had sought 17 to 21 years.

Why Do Philly Socialists See an Opportunity in the Age of Trump?

Inspired by Bernie and galvanized by the president-elect, leftist groups are eyeing City Council.

News

Archdiocese to Close Four Local Churches

It’s largely due to maintenance costs.

News

Anti-Trump Graffiti Ally Will Keep City Job

The city attorney will get community service.

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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.


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Sixers Win 97-79

T.J. McConnell’s near triple-double lifted the Sixers to a 97-79 road victory over the Detroit Pistons.

The Great Philadelphia Families

The most intriguing, most influential, most essentially Philly family trees.

Bursting the Tuition Bubble

Rosemont and La Salle have slashed their prices. Has a revolution in college affordability begun in Philadelphia?

News

Exit Interview: Pit Bull U.S. Attorney Zane Memeger

Philly Mag talks to the prosecutor who brought down Chaka Fattah, cleaned house at Traffic Court, and flexed his muscle against the ironworkers union.

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