People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Sixteen years ago, he wrote a book touting conscious capitalism. Now he’s a Democratic Socialist hanging out with controversial podcaster Hasan Piker. Did he change — or did America?
Pew Report: Philly Remains the Poorest of America’s 10 Largest Cities
Nearly half of the city’s 400,000 poorest residents live in deep poverty.
Michelle Obama Is Coming to Philadelphia in May
She’ll hold College Signing Day at the Liacouras Center.
PHOTOS: Scenes from the Villanova Parade
Hundreds of students flocked to Center City on Thursday.
Fired Philly CIO Says He Was Told City IT Department Was “Too White”
Longtime city employee Charlie Brennan is suing Mayor Kenney and other city officials for discrimination.
Jimmy Fallon and Black Thought Want You to Be Their Philly Hosts
“The Tonight Show” host is expecting a home-cooked meal.
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.
Mazzoni Center Faces Backlash Over New CEO Hire
Some say the new CEO/executive director lacks the right experience to run a LGBTQ-centered organization.
Here’s Who’s on Philly’s Brand-New Board of Education
The nine members will oversee Philly schools and their $3B budget.
Sesame Place Makes History With Autism Designation
The Bucks County theme park is the first in the world to become a Certified Autism Center.
Who Is Philly’s Best Athlete of All Time?
Vote now for a chance to win tickets to our Best of Philly bash!
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.
Pennsylvania Joins Lawsuit Over Census Citizenship Question
The Trump Administration wants it reinstated for 2020’s survey.
Despite Support in High Places, Meek Mill Denied Bail Again
The North Philly rapper’s attorney says Judge Genece Brinkley’s latest ruling reaffirms her “personal vendetta” in his client’s case.
Sunoco Offers to Relocate Residents While It Analyzes Sinkholes
The company will cover temporary food and housing costs.
How a Novelist From Seattle Became Head of the Italian Market
James McCrone on the fate of the Rizzo mural and the plot of his next political thriller.
