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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.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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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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Pilot Error May Have Contributed to Katz Crash

The NTSB issues its first report.

Gay Things to Do in Philly This Weekend

Saint Harridan Pop-Up, Thank Goddess It’s OMG comes to an end, the Legendary Crystal Ball and more.

News Quiz: Corbett, Christie, Ridge, Pope Francis

The Phillymag.com Pop Quiz for the Week Ending June 13th

Seven days of politics, religion and really haute cuisine.

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Gunman Steals Two Guns from Man Outside Gun Range

Lots of guns.

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Mathis Trolls Media with Fake $64K Receipt

An Eagles offensive lineman has fun with the media.

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Feds: Social Worker Sold IDs of Foster Kids to Tax Prep Company

So they could be falsely claimed as dependents.


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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New York’s 30 Rock Building Will Get Comcast’s Brand

A peacock will face Philadelphia.

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Jersey Shore Smoking Ban Has a Gigantic Loophole

Miller: There’s just no such thing as an 80-percent smoking ban.

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Terry Gross vs. Hillary Clinton On NPR’s Fresh Air

Our local NPR host wins.

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30th Street Station to Be Renamed After Bill Gray

Chaka Fattah expects action on his bill by August.

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Special Treatment for Mondesire Daughter?

Bail reduced, told to stay off Twitter.

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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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Mayor Nutter’s 5 Strongest Statements Against Paid Sick Leave

What changed? The law’s possible impact on his legacy, for one.

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Pa. to Change Way Schools Are Funded?

A new commission will study the issue.

New Gay Beach Opening in Atlantic City

A whole new reason to “Do AC”?

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Building Replaces Flag After Inquirer Story

Also, Bob Brady is here to help with all your flag needs.

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