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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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News

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Q&A

Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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Longform

AI Bots Stole My Music

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News

30th Street SEPTA Station to Get Major Overhaul

Improvements will help blend the stop with the forthcoming Schuylkill Yards.

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We Asked Philly Musicians and Comedians to Write Wawa New Theme Songs

Here is their best work. Naturally, a parody of “Eye of the Tiger” could not be avoided.

News

Trans Activists Criticize Mazzoni Over Diminished Role in Wellness Conference

Trans and gender-nonconforming members of the Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference committee say that the nonprofit has given control  of the event’s programming to cisgender management staff.

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News

First Day of School in Philly Could Be After Labor Day in 2019

After this year’s heat closures, the school board will vote on a 2019–20 calendar this week.

Here’s All of Our Wawa Week Coverage in One Place

From a staunch defense of the meatball sandwiches to some incredibly fun new Wawa theme songs written by Philadelphians.

Best Thing This Week: Street Sweeping Is Coming Back! (Maybe)

The city has tentative plans to start a pilot program this spring. Hooray!


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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News

Wawa’s New Secret Menu Is “Mint-er Wonderland” Themed

And you’ll find lots of peppermint-flavored goodness inside.

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News

City Council Passes “Fair Workweek” Legislation

They also passed a bill that bumps the minimum wage for city employees to $15 an hour.

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News

Mayor Kenney on His Father: He Was My Hero

The mayor’s father died suddenly on Tuesday.

News

Philly Could Launch Street Sweeping Pilot Program Next Year

Here’s what we know so far about its possible return.

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Opinion

Black Clergy Soda Tax Criticism Leaves Wide Opening for a Kenney Challenger

After 20 local religious leaders called for the repeal of Kenney’s signature policy, the stage is set for a person of color to run against him.

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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

Trump Is Coming to Philly This Weekend

He’ll attend the Army-Navy game at the Linc — expect even more snarled traffic.

News

Missing Dog Reunited With Family After a Month

Eddie was lost near the Art Museum area on October 27th.

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News

How Millennials Are Changing the Philly Accent

Say goodbye to the byoodeeful pronunciations we’ve come to know and love.

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News

Fired UArts Prof Claims a Kiss at a Public Event Led to His Termination

In a just-filed lawsuit, photographer Harris Fogel says it was just a collegial greeting between friends. The school says otherwise.

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