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.
5 Things We’re Most Excited About for Philly’s 250th Celebration
Philadelphia’s plans for America’s big birthday put neighborhoods and culture at the heart of the celebration.
Philly Today: Philadelphia on Track for Fewest Homicides Since 1966
And yet, Governor Shapiro is preparing for an invasion of Trump’s troops.
Philly Today: Eagles-Cowboys Ticket Prices Are Dropping
But some are still astronomically high.
Inside the Mind of Nick Sirianni
Eleven months ago, we wanted him fired. Now a Super Bowl champion, he’s proven everyone wrong.
Philly Today: Mike Jerrick Gets Late-Night Talk Show of His Own
Plus, did somebody say reindeer cheesesteaks?!
For Gen Z, the Library Is Political
People say libraries are dying. Young librarians think they’re just evolving — and expanding their social conscience as they do.
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.
Philly Today: Drexel Plummets Miserably in New “Best Colleges In America” List
And the University of Pennsylvania falls out of the top ten.
Philly Today: City Threatens to Shut Down Center City Nightclub Vinyl
Meanwhile, the IRS has filed a $352,000 lien against Rouge.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Are Engaged
The Wyomissing native and the Kansas City Chiefs star shared the news on Instagram.
Philly Today: Netflix House King of Prussia Gets an Opening Date
Plus, another fake emergency report at Villanova.
The Head of Philly Schools Talks Safety, Staffing Shortages and Cell Phone Bans
Three years after moving from North Carolina to Philadelphia to helm the city’s schools, Tony Watlington faces immense challenges — but with optimism.
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.
Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom
A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.
Philly Today: South Street Pawnshop Owner Pleads Guilty in Massive Stolen Goods Scheme
We’re talking more than $20 million massive.
Philly Today: Transgender Runner Slaps Swarthmore College With Federal Lawsuit
She’s also suing the NCAA. Plus, Haverford woman scammed out of $800,000.
