People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.
Allan Domb: Why Crime in Philadelphia Is Plummeting
Credit goes to Mayor Parker — and to our outstanding new police commissioner, Kevin Bethel, who’s proving himself to be one of the country’s best.
Philly Today: It Sounds Like Mayor Parker’s Back to Work Plan Isn’t Going So Well
“It’s been pure chaos,” one city worker tells Philly Mag.
Preston and Steve from WMMR’s Morning Show Tell All
From sex toy races to secret musical pleasures. (The Spice Girls?!)
Philly Today: Hype Builds Around Josh Shapiro as Kamala Harris Ponders Running Mate
Plus, city workers are “pissed” about returning to the office. Shocker.
Experience the Summer Games — vicariously — here in Philly.
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.
You’ll Soon Be Able to Cruise from Philly to Bermuda for $1,200
There’s a Quebec City cruise, too. Service doesn’t begin until 2026. But you can book your voyage now.
Jailing Johnny Doc Won’t Solve Philly Corruption. Here’s What Will.
The only way to stop Philadelphia corruption is for citizens like you and me to band together and say “enough!”
Philly Today: Josh Shapiro Outperforms Joe Biden In New Poll
Plus, Kevin Bacon and a porn star.
Philly Today: Goodbye, Oh Philadelphia Heat Wave
Plus, Steve Keeley is a one-man abandoned jet ski removal machine.
Philly Today: Delco Pol Jess Branas Swears Her “A for Effort” Post Was Not About Trump Shooting
Either way, she’s out of a job.
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.
Meet Chinatown’s Biggest Champion: John Chin
The unofficial mayor of Chinatown is fighting his biggest fight ever.
Philly Today: Delco Fire Chief Resigns After Trump Shooting Comments
Plus, it’s take yourself to work day in Philadelphia.
Meet the Man Who’s Making Philly’s Waterfront … Cool?
For decades, the Delaware River waterfront was a development nightmare: empty lots, decaying infrastructure, poor usage. Joe Forkin has a different plan.
Philly Today: Does the Avenue of the Arts Really Need a $100 Million Makeover?
Plus, Mayor Parker declares, “I am at war.”
