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Love, Loss, and a Main Line Ponzi Scheme: The Amazing Second Chapter of Kami Verne

After her husband swindled some of Philadelphia’s wealthiest people, decimated her picture-perfect Main Line life, and went to prison, Kami Verne doubled down on the only thing she still trusted: love.


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Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

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Fight at the Museum: Inside the Collapse of the Academy of Natural Sciences

A rat like the ones in Philadelphia PETA wants us to stop poisoning
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PETA’s Answer for Philly’s Massive Rat Problem? Birth Control

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$1 Million Grant Will Pay to Trap, Neuter Philly’s Feral Cats

Up to 12,000 felines targeted by the program.

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Doctor Sues Stephanie Stahl, CBS 3 for Libel

And the doctor faces numerous malpractice suits.

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Paid Sick Leave Spreads in Jersey

Activists bypass the state, take aim at cities.

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Narcotics Cop Is Investigated for Lying

Yes, another one.

DO THIS: Gay Night at Six Flags

Tickets are on sale now.

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Pa., NCAA Close to Lawsuit Settlement

At issue: Where will Penn State’s $60 million fine go?


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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Keisha Williams, Mother in Fatal Carjacking, Dies

She succumbs after the crime that killed her three kids, bringing additional charges from the DA.

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My Daughter Wants to Throw Like Mo’Ne Davis

The Philly Little League phenom is inspiring girls with baseball dreams.

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Report: UIL Has Spent $20 Million in Effort to Buy PGW

Company remains committed to deal despite delays.

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Philadelphia Has a Burqa Crisis?

Mathis: Daniel Pipes’ wrong-headed plan to stop “Muslim garb” crimes in Philadelphia.

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Philly Gets Ready to Sell Itself for DNC

Officials prepare to roll out red carpet for site selectors.

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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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99 Percent of Philly Parking Tickets Are Perfectly Legit

Fiorillo: Or at least that’s the percentage of tickets that stick.

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John Bolaris: I Was Attacked With a Stun Gun

It happened in the Hamptons.

Men of Rocky On Broadway Pose Nude For Out

A last hoorah before the show closes August 17th.

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Phillies Trade Away Pitcher

Don’t worry. It’s not one you’re attached to.

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