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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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Report: Judges Say El-Shabazz Provided Improper Defense

And several clients claim he mishandled their cases.

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SEPTA to Discontinue Magnetic-Stripe Transit Passes

There’s no turning back from SEPTA Key now.

Teachers to Fly Angry Banner Over NFL Draft

Still without a contract, some teachers are taking their message to the skies.

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Is the NFL Draft One Big Bust for Philly Tourism?

It’s downright easy to get a hotel room or a table at some of our best restaurants.

News

Dear NFL: Take Your Stupid-Ass Draft and Shove It

All this for a team-picking jockfest? Really?

News

Penn State’s Giant Crucified Frog

Edgy art or “anti-Christian hate speech”?


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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Labor Unions Endorse Jack O’Neill for Philly DA

It’s a major push for 35-year-old O’Neill.

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Controversial Pa. Women’s Health Bill Moves Forward

The bill would cut Planned Parenthood funding.

Jonathan Demme, Acclaimed Director of “Philadelphia,” Dies at 73

The Oscar-winning film director loved his time here.

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Philly Cop Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

Officials said Emmanuel Folly turned himself in.

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Penn Selects Wendell Pritchett As Provost

Pritchett served as the interim dean of the law school.

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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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Philly GOP Elects Mike Meehan as Chairman

Meehan has served as the party’s counsel for years.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Queer Performances of Color.

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Trump’s Holding a Rally in Pa. This Weekend

The president’s celebrating his first 100 days in office.

Opinion

Sure, Legalize Pot — but Stop Pretending It’s Harmless

Nickels: Potheads love to say that weed is like alcohol, but they are wrong.

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