People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Kerkstra: Chaka Fattah’s political organization is one of the few left in the city. Can it survive a resignation, or worse?
Get down with the LGBT at this year’s arts and theater festival.
Even though he’s criticized Obama’s policies.
“I imagine he is quite flattered I drafted him.”
“Meaningful competition” wanted for Internet providers.
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.
“If I would’ve seen it, it would’ve stopped like that.”
Geno Auriemma called Taney Dragon to congratulate her. Now he’s in trouble.
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.
The self-proclaimed “Queen of the Gays” passed away this afternoon.
While citizens baked in the sun, shaded politicians talked … and talked … and talked.
Infrastructure being put in place to improve off-peak service.
