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To Stave Off Gentrification, Kensington Becomes Its Own Landlord

How one special sliver of the city is redefining what smart neighborhood development can look like in Philadelphia … and far beyond.


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New Documentary Boys to Fame Tells the Most Tender Eagles Story You’ve Probably Never Heard

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The Man at the Forefront of the Battle Over Philly’s Slavery Memorial Tells All

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Inside the Philadelphia Art Museum’s Epic Meltdown

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Ex-Pilot for Philly-Based Elmer’s Glue Owners Indicted

He’s charged with fraud.

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You Can’t Be Too Rich or Too Thin

Mendte: But Philly doesn’t rank well in either category.

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Please Touch Museum May Be Forced to Sell Exhibits

It’s heavily in debt.

News

Jersey’s Menendez Says Cuba Behind Smear Plot

Claims underage prostitute allegations were designed to slow his political rise.

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30th Street Station Among Nation’s Busiest

It ranks third among Amtrak destinations.

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Curses! Mayor to Review July 4th Concert

Nicki Minaj, Ed Sheeran dropped f-bombs at city showcase.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


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Grief Over Fatal Fire Triggers Massive Protest

Residents say fire department was slow to respond.

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Nolibs Residents Angry About Overflowing Dumpsters

Liberties Walk has been issued many citations.

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Patrons Stop Robber at Six Flags

Cops say the thief stole from a patron’s cargo shorts.

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Two West Philadelphia Rowhomes Collapse

No injuries have been reported yet.

Gay Men Still Restricted From Donating Blood

Local blood drive aims to reverse the archaic law.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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Interest Groups Spent $518M Lobbying in Pa.

2013’s total is the highest ever in the state.

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PA Approves More Tesla Locations

Up to five direct-sales locations will be permitted.

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Nerlens Noel Finally Plays for Sixers (Kind Of)

Plus: More thoughts on the NBA summer league.

PA House Outlaws “Revenge Porn”

Violators could get several years in prison.

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