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For Joe Torsella, the Play’s the Thing

Politics, it turns out, is not. The former state treasurer has drinks and conversation with longtime friend and Fringe founder Nick Stuccio.


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Game On: Why Now Is the Moment for Women’s Sports in Philly

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Philly’s Neighborhood Pharmacies Might Just Save Us. Can We Save Them?

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Analog Your Life: A Philadelphian’s Guide

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Philly Police Adopt First-Ever Tattoo Policy

One officer was harshly criticized for his tattoos last year.

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Seth Williams Shocks City: D.A. Won’t Seek Reelection

We can’t say we’ll miss him.

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Penn State Bans Alcohol From Frats

A student died after falling at a party last week.

Bucks Couple Vindicated by Report on Dangerous Medical Device

The GAO has condemned the FDA approval process for the morcellator.

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Woman Claim Strip Club Fired Her Because She’s White

Or, more precisely, because she’s not black.

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WATCH: Cory Popp Captured Rittenhouse in the Snow

You remember the “snowstorm” this morning, right?


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.


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Toomey Bashes Efforts to Stop Trump’s Cabinet Picks

The Pa. senator called the attempts “a disgrace.”

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Mr. & Ms. Philadelphia Leather Contest 2017.

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Lawmakers Begin Push to Upgrade Pa. IDs

State driver’s licenses must comply with the REAL ID Act.

Opinion

Car Commercials Have Swerved Right off the Road

Hingston: Sure, why not drive recklessly in the snow with your toddler?

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Pink Sweater “Joke” Proves Steve Keeley Really Is the Biggest Tool in Local Media

“I don’t think this is appropriate,” said Mike Jerrick.

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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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Civil Rights Lawyer Larry Krasner Joins Philly D.A. Race

Krasner joins six others challenging incumbent Seth Williams.

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Here’s What’s Happening With Today’s Snow

Forecasted wind gusts could create a recipe for disaster.

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$227 Million Settlement in Fatal Center City Collapse

It’s reportedly the largest of its kind in state court history.

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It Really Is Going to Snow Tomorrow

Don’t get too comfy in those shorts.

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