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Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

Sandra Shachar Scotch-taped a sign to the area surrounding the President’s House, where the Trump administration controversially replaced a slavery exhibit. She’s been threatened with arrest if she does it again.


Philadelphia buried in the haze of the Canadian wildfire smoke on Thursday, January 16, 2026
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Cough, Cough: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Reaches Philly

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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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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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“Toke Back the Wall” Rittenhouse Protest Still On

The gathering will double as an inauguration event.

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Rep. Dwight Evans to Boycott Trump’s Inauguration

Evans joins more than two dozen Democrats.

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Remembering Richie Ingui of the Soul Survivors

A tribute is scheduled for January 25th.

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Former Mob Boss “Little Nicky” Scarfo Dies at 87

He was serving a 55-year prison sentence.

Pushback — Pilot: What Does It Mean to Be a White Ally?


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.


LISTEN: Philly Mag and 900AM-WURD’s MLK Day Podcast

The focus is on social justice.

Can Clinton and Trump Supporters Agree on Anything?

Philadelphians on both sides of the election sit down and talk about the chasm that’s grown between them.

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The No-B.S. Guide to Trump’s Impact on Philadelphia

America’s president-elect floated so many policy proposals that would impact cities like ours. Here are seven to watch closely.

Trump: The View From York County

The president-elect had great support in rural parts of the state and country. We asked a York County Republican to talk about why.

One of Us: Erin Elmore

The Apprentice contestant turned Rittenhouse mom and Donald Trump mouthpiece unplugged

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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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Best Thing: I. Goldberg Found a New Home

HIngston: Just in case you’re on the prowl for $10 Air Force sunglasses …

Sixers 102, Hornets 93

The Sixers never trailed in their 102-93 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, giving Brett Brown his first three-game winning streak since January 2014.

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Sit-In and Smoke-In Planned for Rittenhouse Square

The wall-sitting ban has opponents.

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Casey, Toomey Vote Against Importing Canadian Drugs

Big Pharma has donated hundreds of thousands to their campaigns.

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