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.
Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall
Sandra Shachar Scotch-taped a sign to the area surrounding the President’s House, where the Trump administration controversially replaced a slavery exhibit. She’s been threatened with arrest if she does it again.
Cough, Cough: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Reaches Philly
And it’s expected to remain here into Friday … and likely return.
Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It
It’s all happening at the just-announced Philadelphia Parallel Parking Championship.
Bryce Harper Says Not So Fast to Explosive Inquirer Report About Him and FanDuel
The hot mess involves a personalized Happy Thanksgiving video Harper recorded for a fan.
Inside My Predatory Towing Nightmare in Philadelphia
One woman’s descent into the maddening, shadowy world that is raging unchecked in the city.
Inside the Great Philadelphia Microburst Storm of 2026
A report from the weekend’s wild weather and its fallout.
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.
AI Bots Stole My Music
One West Philly musician’s surreal, unsettling journey into the world of fake artists, bot listeners, and the streaming industry that’s failing creators.
Germantown Is Showing Philly How to Celebrate 2026 Way Beyond July 4th
Historic Germantown’s Tuomi Forrest is using America’s milestone birthday to introduce visitors to one of the city’s richest — and often overlooked — historic neighborhoods.
Amy Needle Wants Philly’s 250th to Become a Collective Core Memory
The Historic Philadelphia CEO wants 2026 to be a once-in-a-generation celebration Philadelphians will still talk about decades from now.
PA’s Tourism Chief Is Playing the Long Game on Philly’s World Cup Moment
For Anne Ryan, the real challenge isn’t attracting crowds right now — it’s turning that attention into true love.
Wait, Is the United States … Good at Soccer?
With a golden generation of players coming into their prime, the U.S. men’s national team stands on the precipice of a historic World Cup run.
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.
This One Man Is Somehow Producing Two of Philly’s Biggest Events Right Now
Michael DelBene is overseeing both the FIFA World Cup Fan Festival and Wawa Welcome America — two overlapping spectacles with global attention and local stakes.
76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World
From bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.
The Most Impactful, Influential Philadelphian Who Ever Lived
Thomas Paine came. He wrote. And nothing was ever the same again.
Veteran Philly Guitarist Returns to Stage After Child Sexual Assault Conviction
Mike Tyler went from sharing the stage with Pearl Jam and LL Cool J to a prison cell and lifetime on the Pennsylvania Megan’s Law registry. Now, he’s back. But is the Philly music scene ready for him?
