People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Harris and Rhynhart on Philly’s Next Generation of Politicians
The two up-and-comers will talk about the city’s political bench.
Meek Mill Got Exactly What He Deserved
But it was also the stupidest sentence ever, and a massively wasted opportunity.
MSNBC’s Chris Matthews: Joe Biden Will Run for President in 2020
The longtime host of “Hardball” says it’s a “fact” that the former vice president will run.
Police: Penn Student Suffers Fractured Skull in Robbery
Officials are searching for two suspects in the alleged attack.
Philly Sheriff Accused of Sexual Harassment, Genitalia Jokes
A city employee filed the lawsuit against Sheriff Jewell Williams this month.
10 Philly Nonprofit Leaders Who Would Lose Big Under GOP Tax Plan
The list includes Penn’s Amy Gutmann and Jefferson’s Stephen Klasko.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
Women in Power: How Philly Measures Up
At ThinkFest, hear how women benefit Philly (and how Philly can benefit women).
Pa. AG: Philly Uber Driver Helped Rescue Human Trafficking Victim
Officials say the driver took the victim to police after she broke down in his car.
Police: Man Fired Bullets Into Group of Teens
Officials say one teen was killed and a 12-year-old was injured.
A City Councilman’s Field Trip
Why play dress-up when you can see the real thing?
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.
Documents Show NAACP Head Routinely Touted Affiliation During Soda Tax Campaign
Rodney Muhammad has repeatedly denied that his paid pro–soda tax work in 2016 was related to his position.
Republican Power Broker, CEO Found Dead in Delaware River
Fred Anton’s body was pulled from the waters on Thursday.
There Were 267 Drunk-Driving Arrests in One N.J. “Dry” Town Last Year
Some of the state’s dry towns have equal — or higher — rates of DWI arrests than neighboring “wet” towns.
Kenney Administration Will Move the Rizzo Statue … Somewhere
The process will take at least six months.
