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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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Rudmans Make Major Gift to Temple’s TV Station

The couple helped launch it four years ago.

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Abandoned Sting Gets Personal

Inquirer breaks down the bad blood between Kathleen Kane and Frank Fina.

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Judge to Inky Owners: Let’s Have Us an English-Style Auction

Also: Be quick about it.

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School District Needs $216M

Without the money, a thousand teachers could be laid off.

Troy Vincent: “I Played With 6 Openly Gay Players”

The former Eagles cornerback on being gay in the NFL.

What the Gays Did on Instagram This Week

The picnicking queens edition.


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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The Privatized Future of Philadelphia Gas Works

UIL Holdings, the company that wants to buy PGW, says it’s ready for the Philadelphia challenge.

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What British Know of Philadelphia: Rocky, Will Smith

People know Philadelphia from movies and TV.

Ajay Raju Profile: The Big Raju

Might as well start with the hair. “My life,” he says, “is driven by my obsession with my stupid hair.” “My wife,” he says, “hates […]

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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.


Dominic Pileggi: The Grown-Up

At the Court Diner in Media, the rest of the table orders chipped beef, pancakes and omelets. Then the waitress asks Senate Majority Leader Dominic […]

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Princeton Expands Vaccine Program

Meningitis vaccines will be offered to students’ significant others.

Your Gay Weekend Guide

Edie Windsor at Temple, Candela Sabados, and More Gay Black Pride.

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Reputed Mobster Charged in Second Murder-for-Hire Plot

Feds: He wanted daughter’s boyfriend dead.

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