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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Tie-the-Knot Tuesday: Ethelda + Wendy

Trailblazers who got married last year in MontCo.

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Pileggi: Fracking Tax Inevitable

Says Corbett’s promise not to tax natural gas extraction was a mistake.

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Revel Bidder Expands On College Idea

Ideal students would be “free, white and 21.”

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Flyers Broadcast Spoils Own Trivia Question

See if you can get this one.

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The First Gubernatorial Debate: What They’re Saying

Corbett came out aggressive, but Wolf’s lead may be insurmountable.

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House Passes Cigarette Tax

What will the Pa. Senate do?


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

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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Christie Says He Lost 85 Pounds

He underwent weight-loss surgery in February 2013.

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Report: Eight Ironworkers Will Plead Guilty

Charged with intimidating non-union contractors through violence and vandalism.

Man Crush Monday

Chris Pompilii on his five favorite Philly beefcakes.

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Buzz Bissinger Owes Nick Foles an Apology

Mendte: Who needs to “man-up” now, Buzz?

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Feds Give SEPTA $87 Million for Infrastructure

Part of effort to rebuild from Hurricane Sandy, prepare for next storm.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

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.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

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.


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Imagine a World #withNOFOOTBALL

Lazor: Why Philebrity’s Joey Sweeney is supporting bars that don’t support football.

Police Wrap Up Investigation in Center City Gay-Bashing

What happens next is up to the DA.

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Wolf Leads Latest Poll By a Mere 19 Points

Gov. Corbett is still way behind.

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Mayor Nutter Vows Climate Action

Joins with mayors of Los Angeles and Houston to create change.

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