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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.


News

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

Q&A

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

Longform

Inside the Philadelphia Art Museum’s Epic Meltdown

Latest Stories

16 Best New Gay Flicks On Netflix Instant Streaming

The entire “Eating Out” series and more.

News

Feds Make Gains vs. Ambulance Fraud in Philly Area

A crackdown has appeared to have delivered results.

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WATCH: Philadelphians React as U.S. Wins World Cup Thriller

A packed Piazza celebrates.

News

Is Orange Is the New Black Too Funny?

Francis: Is it desensitizing us to the harsh injustices of the prison industrial complex … even as it makes us aware of them?

News

D.C. Mayor Says Eagles Made “Dumbest Mistake” in Releasing DeSean

Vincent Gray starts the annual smack-talking contest between NFL city mayors.

News

Bill Would Let Tesla Sell Direct to N.J. Buyers

State law had required the company to sell through third-party dealerships.


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.


News

State Contemplates LGBT Anti-discrimination Law

Gay Pennsylvanians can get married, yes — but they can also get fired for being gay.

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Clock Is Ticking on PGW Sale

Council won’t be rushed; will that scuttle the deal?

Man Crush Monday: Zach Thornbury

Who has the local travel writer over the moon.

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News

Ownership Situation at Inquirer Still Plenty Dramatic

Gerry Lenfest says Brian Tierney “not acting as de facto” publisher.

News

State Closer to Permitting Private Sales of Beer and Wine

Proposal would keep state liquor stores open.

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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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Philly Pride Problems: What the Community is Saying

Plus, we chat with organizer Franny Price

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Nerlens Noel Hit with Child Support Lawsuit

Reportedly supported baby three months before cutting off cash.

News

HOF Hitter Tony Gwynn Dies; Son Is on Phillies

Gwynn loses long battle with cancer.

Obama to Sign Executive Order Extending LGBT Workplace Protections

Big news for LGBT government employees.

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