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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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Report: Simmons Debut Not Imminent

According to Chris Haynes of ESPN, Sixers rookie Ben Simmons could make his season debut shortly after the All-Star break.

News

Chris Christie: Eagles Fans “Generally Angry, Awful People”

Right back at ya, pal.

News

Obama Just Pardoned a Philly Woman

And he commuted the sentences of two local drug dealers.

News

Casey Grills DeVos on Assault Guidelines

DeVos wouldn’t commit to upholding Obama-era procedures.

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The SEPTA Trip Cap: Outrageous! (Um, No.)

Or: The lamentations of the 0.2 Percent.

Creating Change 2017 Is Finally Here

Here’s our roundup of must-attend events.


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.


News

Study: Philly Most Mice-Infested City in the U.S.

Nearly one in five residents reportedly have mice.

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News

PATCO Boss: Sorry for the Bad Service This Month

General manager John Rink is apologizing.

News

Charles Ramsey, Rick Santorum Join CNN

They’ll both serve as commentators.

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Seth Williams Hit With Largest Ethics Fine in City History

He’ll pay $62,000.

News

The Rittenhouse Wall-Sitting Ban is Over

The signs reportedly came down this morning.

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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

Want to Learn How to Run for Office? Here’s How

Start by attending an explanatory event on Wednesday.

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Donald Trump Is the President America Deserves

It’s time to admit what really played a role in him getting here.

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News

Pa. Beer Distributors Can Now Sell Six-Packs, Growlers

A recent liquor reform law has gone into effect.

News

Philly’s Public Defender: Soros Associates Wanted Me to Run for D.A.

Keir Bradford-Grey says she isn’t joining the race.

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