People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Sherrie Cohen Announces New City Council Run, This Time With a “Movement”
“My platform and campaign will be bolder and more grassroots than my last campaign,” says the progressive candidate.
Best Thing This Week: The Baby and the Eagles Hat
Who knew New England Patriots’ fans resentment ran so deep?
Second Man Arrested in Philly Marine Attack Wanted “More Violence” at Trump Inauguration
Thomas Massey has been charged with criminal conspiracy, aggravated assault, and theft in connection with the November 17th incident.
“This Is Us” Is Getting Philly So, So Wrong
The hit NBC TV show’s subplot about a major character running for office in Philadelphia doesn’t make a lick of sense.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
Mazzoni Center Board President Christopher Pope Resigns
Pope’s departure after a year as president leaves a nine-person board that, for the first time, has a majority of members of color.
Meek Mill Is the King of All Media This Week
The Philly rapper has an op-ed in the New York Times, tour news, and a new album dropping Friday — plus we’re sharing the video of his powerful appearance at ThinkFest 2018.
There’s Now a Petition for Kendall Jenner to Attend All Sixers Games
It comes after a petition calling on the Wells Fargo Center to ban the model.
One Day in the Life of Philly: This Is Us
What makes a city a city? The people who live their lives in and around it.
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.
One Day in Philly: Councilwoman Maria Quiñones-Sánchez
Parks, parking lots, the opioid crisis: For this Councilwoman, it’s all in a morning’s work.
One Day in Philly: Stephen Klasko, Jefferson CEO
Reimagining health care, building empires and, well, talking fashion with the endlessly driven Jefferson leader.
One Day in Philly: Carol Serena, Parc GM
Trying to keep up with Parc’s general manager during the lunch rush at the city’s busiest restaurant.
One Day in Philly: Judge Mia Roberts-Perez
A visit to the theater of justice.
