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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!”

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News

Report: Suspects in Gay Bashing Will Meet Police Today

Reality TV star, Twitter credited with helping advance the investigation.

Does This Photo Show Suspects in Gay Beating Dining at La Viola?

Photo surfaces on Twitter.

$10K Offered for Info on Center City Hate Crime

Owners of Penn 6 offer reward for info leading to arrest of gay men’s attackers.

Police Release Video of Suspects in Attack of Two Gay Men

Police seeking a clean-cut “group of approximately 10-12 white male and females.”

News

Philly Cop Charged With Stealing Drexel Student’s Phone

Police say 7-year vet left the scene of an accident then threw the other party’s phone off a bridge.

News

Philly Cigarette Tax Moves Closer to Approval

House Committee gives approval to a “clean” bill.


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

Comcast-Owned NBC Wins Ratings for First Time in 10 Years

Network had been mired in last place.

Resurrection Room Finds Gunnar Montana Hitting His Artistic Stride

A FringeArts review.

News

Pa. Is Borrowing to Pay the Bills

It’s the second year in a row the maneuver has been needed.

News

(UPDATE) Train Service Still Suspended Between Philly and D.C.

Trains may be running again by noon.

News

(Update) Suspect Identified in Trooper Ambush

Police say arrest warrant will be issued soon.

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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.


News

Another Pa. Republican Supports Medical Marijuana

Rep. Mike Vereb says he’s changed his mind.

Marcie and Val Reveal Plans for 13th and Locust

And it’s not a lesbian bar.

News

SheRides, and 5 Taxi Services Philly Needs

Weymouth: NYC is launching an all-female cab service. Why stop there?

News

WATCH: Woman Attacks Woman at 30th Street Station

Police are investigating attack caught on video.

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