People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
We chat with the executive director of Philly Family Pride.
That’s a 20 percent decrease in federal funding.
For the fifth season in a row, SEPTA is offering service along the subway line at no cost for the Eagles home opener.
The plaintiff wants to open a Hard Rock; the strip club says “not without us.”
The grants are among other awards from the Lenfest Institute.
The Delaware River Port Authority approved a contract empowering a local engineering firm to redesign the long-abandoned Franklin Square station.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
The Birds and Chickie’s & Pete’s have agreed to a new partnership deal that will keep hungry fans satisfied for years to come.
They allegedly installed skimming devices at multiple ATMs.
Organizations are fundraising through Unidos PA’ Puerto Rico.
A blowup over the Jemele Hill Twitter controversy leads to a termination.
Many registered through PennDOT, per the city commissioner.
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.
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.
Our pick: Philly Bi Visibility Rally
The tree services company is one of Pennsylvania’s largest private employers.
SEPTA Officers Revive Pregnant Woman Who OD’d Twice in One Night
The woman refused medical attention after her initial resuscitation in Kensington.
Visiting this week with the Dodgers, the beloved former Phillie told reporters he prefers Harry Kalas’s nickname for him.
