People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.
Did you know “How You Doin'” was born in Philly?
Well, at Least Sterling Doesn’t Talk in Code
Francis: On Anderson Cooper, the Clippers owner puts his racism right out in the open.
Ali Shaffiat, 31, is charged with aggravated assault.
Still manages to be a jerk about it.
She really is like a cockroach, but no complaints here.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
A battle over marriage recognition.
Fast-forwarding will be disabled on new video-on-demand shows.
Douglas Ferrin had a history with explosives.
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.
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.
McQuade: Does Michael Nutter have the funniest name of any Philly mayor ever?
Police used batons on Occupy protesters under Robert J. Birgeneau.
Jersey governor can please his state or conservative activists. But not both.
The question, as always: Will the pope come?
