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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.


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

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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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The Return of Paul Green: He’s Back to Rock Your Kids

Well, the School of Rock founder also has another reason for being here: Law school.

Opinion

I’m Proud that My South Philly Neighborhood Voted for Beth Grossman

Last year, we came through for Donald Trump.

Work Officially Begins on Schuylkill Yards

The mega-development begins with a new public square.

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NJ Official Who Mocked Women’s March Defeated by a Woman

Ashley Bennett, 32, will take Freeholder John Carman’s seat.

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Here’s the South Philly Neighborhood that Hates Larry Krasner the Most

85 percent of the voters in one section chose Beth Grossman.

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Binge-Watch “Always Sunny” While You Can: It’s Leaving Netflix

Here’s when you’ll have to say goodbye to the gang.


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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Voter Turnout Skyrockets in Philly’s DA Race

This election saw the highest vote count for DA since the 1997 race.

Opinion

White Progressives: Now That You’ve Won, Stop Using Us and Do Something

Owens: After election wins, black and brown communities are going to start holding progressives accountable.

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Remembering the Late, Great Roy Halladay

Former teammates and famous fans react to the sudden passing of the Phillies star.

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Pennsylvania Inches Toward Property Tax Reform

But Philly largely voted against a potential tax reduction.

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Democrat Rebecca Rhynhart Easily Wins City Controller Election

She will be Philly’s first female controller.

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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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“Completely Unelectable” Progressive Larry Krasner Wins DA’s Race

He beat Republican Beth Grossman by more than 40 percentage points.

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Roy Halladay, Former Phillies Pitcher, Confirmed Dead in Plane Crash

The 2010 Cy Young Award winner was the lone casualty after his light aircraft crashed into the Gulf of Mexico.

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City Nixes Plans for Columbus Boulevard “Super Wawa”

Bart Blatstein wanted a gas station at his riverfront development. L&I said no way.

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The Philly Doctors Who Will Soon Be Able to Recommend Medical Marijuana

In case you’re wondering where to turn for medicinal cannabis next year.

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