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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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Maybe AC Does Have a Non-Gambling Future

Miller: Finally, some good news for the beleaguered shore town.

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I Can’t Stop Thinking About the Women Who Work at Hobby Lobby

Palan: What the SCOTUS decision means for them, right now.

Arthur Is a Hurricane;
Flooding Could Hit Region

A soggy holiday weekend approaches.

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Christie Vetoes Gun Legislation

Bill would’ve restricted gun magazines to no more than 10 rounds.

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Penn State Forms Abuse Task Force

Comes after study shows campus leads nation in abuse reports.

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Budget Omnibus: Pa. House Passes Cig Tax

Corbett may veto broader budget; Wolf weighs in with his own priorities.


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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Joel Embiid May Not Play for the Sixers This Season

But he’s already a good teammate.

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Poll: Ben Franklin Is Your Favorite Pennsylvanian

And it’s not even close.

Woman Crush Wednesday

Wafiyyah Packer names her crushes.

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UPDATE: Feltonville Food Truck Explosion Injures 13

Five remain in critical condition.

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Will Hurricane Arthur Ruin Independence Day?

AccuWeather says it’ll be a close call.

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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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Philly-Based Group Sues Universities for Speech Restrictions

Foundation for Individual Rights in Education says university codes squelch First Amendment.

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Here’s the Woman Who Locked 5 Kids in Her SUV

Meet Karin Thompson.

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Crisis May Result in New PA Immigration Center

Thousands of children heading north; some of them are ending up in Pennsylvania.

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The Men’s Rights Movement Isn’t an SNL Sketch

Francis: But it should be. About the The first International Conference on Men’s Issues.

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