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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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I-495 Bridge Could Open Early

The southbound lanes, at least.

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How To Effectively Use Profanity In The Workplace

Sometimes it helps to make your (expletive) point.

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Cops: Woman Faked Robbery Report Because She Was Short on Rent

She’s in jail now.

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PPA to Allow You To Pay for Parking with Your Cell Phone

Well, ‘hopefully.’

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Papelbon: Get Me Off the Phillies!

The closer is eager for a trade to a contender.

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Penn Gets DoD Grant to Heal Brain Injuries

Implants examined to help injured soldiers make and retain memories.


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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Hite Sets Aug. 15 Deadline for Cigarette Tax

Otherwise, there will be layoffs and delays opening schools.

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Corbett Will Make Budget Decision Today

Will he sign? Or veto, and call Pa. Legislature back into session?

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For Schools, “A Vortex of Political Hell”

How a deal on the cigarette tax fell apart.

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You’ll Soon Be Able to Use Your Cell Phone on PATCO

But only if you’re a Verizon customer.

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Firm May Get $260M in Tax Credits from Jersey

It would move some operations to Camden.

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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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Drivers Warned of E-ZPass Phishing Scam

Don’t fall for it!

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DUIs Are Dropping in Philly

Does “e-hailing” service Uber get credit?

Water Ice Is Just Sugar Ice, People

Now, I’m not from here. (I know. Four words like four nails in the coffin of my credibility.) So when I moved to Philly in […]

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Inky Names Two New Managing Editors

Sandra Clark, Gabriel Escobar both move up in the ranks.

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