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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

Latest Stories

Police Wrap Up Investigation in Center City Gay-Bashing

What happens next is up to the DA.

News

Wolf Leads Latest Poll By a Mere 19 Points

Gov. Corbett is still way behind.

News

Mayor Nutter Vows Climate Action

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

News

Mugshot of Man Wanted in the Killing, Dumping of Two Men in the Schuylkill

Tam Le is being sought by police.

Still No Arrests Made in Gay-Bashing Case

Everything we know now.

News

The Real Deal: A Philly Cop Speaks Anonymously

His prediction? No jail time in gay-bashing.


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.


News

BillyPenn.com Draws Fire for Sex Assault Article

Twitter readers criticize flip treatment of alleged crime.

News

Rich People Are Stupider Than You and Me

Hingston: Now the wealthy are sending their kids to boarding schools — then moving to be near them.

News

Jersey May Mandate Cell Phone “Kill Switch”

Would disable lost or stolen phones and tablets, deterring theft.

News

PA Hate Crime Bill Could Pass This Week

So claims its author.

News

Police Say They’re Closing in on Trooper Shooter

Found gun, stash of ammo in the woods on Sunday.

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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.


PHOTOS: Scenes from OutBeat Jazz Festival

The queer jazz festival took place all over the city this weekend.

News

Penn’s Ezekiel Emanuel Wants to Die at 75

And he’s making a lot of people angry because of it.

News

Penn’s Endowment: $9.6 Billion

That’s a $1.8 billion increase from the previous year.

News

Lobbyist Accused of Sexual Assault

Suspect A.J. Marsico is husband of 6ABC reporter Annie McCormick.

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