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Philadelphia’s Next Great Era Begins Now

Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776


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Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not

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She Transformed Bok Into a Creative Force. Now Lindsey Scannapieco Is Taking on Broad Street

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Pat Croce: Doing Chemo on Everest

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America’s Greatest Black-Owned Bookstore Community Is Right Here in Philly

More than places to buy books, these neighborhood institutions serve as classrooms, gathering spaces, and engines of change.

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Anti-Folk Artist Adam Brodsky Returns With American Epitaph

It’s the Philly singer-songwriter’s first record in 20 years.

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Why Philly Needed the Lezborhood

On the rise of South Street’s latest micro-hood.

Guides

What Money-Smart Parents Teach Their Kids

Does your teen have their first summer job? Now’s the time to set them up for success.

Opinion

Remembering the Brilliant, Joy-Making, Mold-Breaking Dito van Reigersberg

Philly will never be the same.

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After 40 Years on Philly TV, Ukee Washington Still Feels Like Family

The beloved anchor reflects on Kobe Bryant, cheesesteaks (with mayo!), his connection to Denzel Washington, and why Philadelphia is unlike any other place to tell a story.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

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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Meet the Man Tasked With Pulling Off Philly’s Biggest Summer Ever

Michael Newmuis takes us behind the scenes of America’s 250th birthday celebration.

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The College Essays That Got Philly’s Class of 2026 Accepted

Meet six Philadelphia public-school grads, and read the wise and witty words that helped launch their college careers.

Guides

How to Pick Your (Second) Favorite World Cup Squad

From underdogs and Union connections to party starters and title contenders, here’s who to root for.

News

What Should Go in a Philly Time Capsule?

On July 4th weekend, America 250 will bury a time capsule in Independence National Historical Park. But what should a Philly time capsule really have?

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The Definitive Deli Boys Interview

Season 2 of the hit Hulu series is out now.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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The Untouchable Sheriff

Missing firearms, a no-bid contract, stalled reforms: Why are Rochelle Bilal’s fellow pols still standing by her?

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Pat Croce: Doing Chemo on Everest

What does a Zen guru, Philly cheerleader, rabid pirate enthusiast, and former Sixers owner do when diagnosed with terminal cancer? Climb the world’s most famous mountain, of course.

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The Great Philly Mag Semiquincentennial Quiz: Part 5

Test your Philly history knowledge. This month: the 1800s!

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Philadelphia’s Next Great Era Begins Now

Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776

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