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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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Nutter Reverses Course, Supports Paid Sick Leave

Has vetoed a bill twice; now appoints a study group.

Report: Shale Tax Seen as Likely

Money needed to fill growing state budget deficit.

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WATCH: Chris Christie Dancing on The Tonight Show

Jersey governor shows off his moves.

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Philadelphia Cyclist Wins $2.4M Judgement

She successfully sued over being doored, run over in 2011.

Hallmark Releases First Gay Father’s Day Card

For those of us with two pops.

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Plea Deal in Police Officer’s Slaying

Moses Walker was killed after his shift in 2012.


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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Pulitzer Prize Winner Lifted from Inquirer

He cribbed from a series Matt Katz wrote about Camden.

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Five Tips for Faking Your Way Through the “Dreaded World Cup Conversation”

Lazor: Here’s how to talk about soccer without knowing much about it.

Philly Pride Sucks?

Let’s do something about it.

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Police: Woman Stole Wallets from Purses at Wegmans

The thief struck when purses were left unattended.

Marriage Equality Passes on Final Fantasy 14

Same-sex couples can tie the knot on the popular PSN game series.

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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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Haverford Grad Campaign Manager Deletes His Facebook Page

Zachary Werrell scrubbed his profile of political rants after his candidate, Dave Brat, upset House Majority Leader Eric Cantor.

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Who Didn’t Get Money Because Peace Not Guns Did?

Skwire: Who suffered because Kenyatta Johnson’s unregistered nonprofit received funds? Legit nonprofits.

Hillary Clinton Gave Russian Officials Hell Over Anti-Gay Laws

“I’ve gotten into shouting matches.”

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Toomey, Casey Vote Same Way on Bill

A rare case of bipartisan legislation in the Senate.

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