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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


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The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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Sucker-Punching Lowlife Pleads Guilty to Assaulting Man With Cerebral Palsy

Barry Baker’s plea came hours before a jury was to be selected for his trial.

Off the Cuff: October 2017

No one cares more about the fate of Philadelphia than I do.

News

Center City Shooter Evades Arrest By Ducking Into PATCO Station

A single victim was hospitalized.

News

Police: Montco Man Shot His Ex-Girlfriend’s Mom

Officials are offering $1,000 for info leading to an arrest.

News

This Woman Claims She Was Drugged at the Dolphin in August

Police continue to investigate allegations that have emerged from the popular South Philly bar.

News

Todd Carmichael’s Push for $15 Minimum Wage Doesn’t Go Far Enough

Gene Marks: Shouldn’t the feds also regulate the price of a cup of coffee?


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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Here’s When Pa.’s Leaves Will Reach Peak Color

Mark your calendar – and check out these nearby hikes.

Jeffrey Lurie Calls on Football to Be Our “Great Unifier”

The Birds owner issued a response to comments made by Donald Trump regarding “son of a bitch” protesters.

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Mark Zuckerberg Went to Pat’s Steaks

His order? Six Whiz wits.

Jeffrey Lurie’s Long, Strange Trip

After more than two decades, the Eagles owner is still searching.

News

Best Thing: A Major GPS Failure

Hingston: How major? This tractor trailer ended up on the boardwalk.

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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.


News

Everybody Freak Out: Wawa Delivery Has Come to Philly

Hoagies aren’t the only item on the menu…

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Report: 3-Year-Old Shoots Uncle Near LOVE Park

The incident occurred shortly before noon on Friday.

News

Kevin Hart’s “Lion King” Baby Shower Cost How Much?

After scandal rocked his family, you won’t believe what the Philly comedian is spending to get out of the doghouse.

News

Prepare for Road Closures in Philly This Weekend

You might want to plan ahead if you’re driving.

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