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.
Philly’s Housing Encampments of 2020 Led to a Nationally Celebrated Deal. Then It All Began to Unravel
It was supposed to be a historic agreement between the city and activists that would revolutionize the way Philly — and the country — dealt with homelessness. What happened?
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy Math Teacher Charged by Feds With Child Pornography
“We’re absolutely sickened,” an SCH parent says of the arrest of Andrew Wolf.
The Novel That’s All Over Your Instagram Is Set in Philly
Co-authors Jo Piazza and Christine Pride tell us why this city’s “ride or die” mentality was essential to We Are Not Like Them.
We Don’t Need a Jury to Tell Us That the Days of Johnny Doc Have Passed
Labor boss John J. Dougherty is finally in court after being charged in a federal bribery and corruption case along with Councilmember Bobby Henon. Guilty or not, no one man should have all that power.
South Philly Man Charged in Capitol Riots
He was identified, in part, due to a unique sweatshirt emblazoned with “Grays Ferry,” “Devil’s Pocket” and “Schuylkill.”
Four — Yes, Four — Phones Went Off During Philadelphia Orchestra Opening Night with Yo-Yo Ma
“It’s disturbing,” one longtime member of the orchestra told Philly Mag. “But it’s also the world we live in.”
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.
Notorious Cop Joe Bologna Slammed in New Lawsuit Filed By Woman He Tackled During Protests
Another blow struck against 2020’s poster child for police brutality in Philly.
Todd Carmichael Is Stepping Down as La Colombe’s CEO to Reinvent the Way You Drink Water
What happens when the man who founded La Colombe and forever changed how Philadelphians drink coffee decides he needs a change? He sets out to transform our taste buds all over again, one bubble at a time.
How Growing Up in Philly Prepared Me to Face Down a Gator
Recent Florida transplant Eugene Bozzi went from driving for SEPTA to facing down wildlife.
The World’s First Public Orchestra Launches in Philadelphia
Backed by a $700,000 Pew grant, the Philadelphia Public Orchestra ambitiously seeks to redefine just what an orchestra is — and what it plays.
The state Bureau of Forestry’s fall foliage map, which tracks and projects the changing of the leaves all across Pennsylvania, will help you take the most delightful of autumnal photos this season.
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.
Meet the Woman Who’s Driving Diversity in Comcast’s Programming
Keesha Boyd, Comcast’s head of multicultural video and entertainment engagement strategy, grew up in the 1980s, seeking out television characters who looked like her. Now, she’s making sure the current generation doesn’t have to go searching.
Leslie Odom Jr. Explains His Big Role in the New Sopranos Movie
The actor and father of two takes us through his journey from West Oak Lane to Hamilton to The Many Saints of Newark.
What’s Going to Happen to All the Crap I’ve Accumulated When I Die?
All across America, we boomers are finding ourselves stuck with heirlooms and mementos that we can’t give away.
Karen Hepp Wins a Major Victory in Her Battle Against Facebook
In 2020, a federal judge in Philly dismissed the lawsuit the Fox 29 anchor filed against Facebook. But an appeals court just reversed that call.
