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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.


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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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PennDOT to Repair Spring Garden Bridges

An I-76 offramp will be closed for 70 days.

News

Witnesses: Man Punches Woman at Northern Liberties 2nd Street Fest

Witnesses wanted an arrest. Victim didn’t.

Episcopal Diocese OKs Same-Sex Marriage Certificates

Big news out of Pittsburgh.

The Award For Hottest Fringe Arts Flyer Goes To …

Brian Sanders JUNK has our hearts palpitating.

News

Daily News Questioned for Cover

Sexy Singles and sex slaves on the same front page?

News

SEPTA Extends Overnight Weekend Subway Service

It will now run until Nov. 2.


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

Gerry Lenfest Makes It Official: He’s the Publisher

Will still hire exec to oversee “day-to-day” operations of IGM.

News

Officer Attacked by Police Dog Needed Surgery

The dog was Ventnor’s only K-9.

News

Penn Museum Rediscovers Skeleton

The mystery bones in the basement are a mystery no more.

News

Joel Embiid Has Tremendous Twitter Game

McQuade: He’s your new favorite Sixer, and he won’t even play for a while!

60 Local Athletes Heading to Gay Games This Week

They’ll compete in everything from soccer and billiards to track and rodeo.

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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

Eagles Hiring Swoop Apprentice

One of the parts of the jobs is to be Swoop’s heavy.

News

Chaka Fattah’s Son Indicted On Fraud and Tax Charges

Allegedly used business loans to pay gambling debts.

News

N.J. Court: Rap Lyrics Introduced at Trial Were Prejudical

An attempted murder conviction thrown out.

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Ex-Penn Staffer Accused of Theft May Enter Diversion Program

Her record would be expunged if so.

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