People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
How Questlove Became the Defining Drummer of His Generation
John Lingan’s new book traces the Roots drummer’s journey from Philly prodigy to genre-shaping innovator.
Is the Last Penny Really Worth $5 Million?
One Philly-area numismatist has serious doubts. Plus, the South Philly pop-up barrel sauna you absolutely need to visit.
From UArts to Law & Order: SVU, Meet Aimé Donna Kelly
The series regular tells us all about Mariska and Ice-T and her pivotal eleven years spent in Philly.
The Philadelphia Mint Will Make the Last-Ever U.S. Penny Today
Plus, it sounds like we may finally get a state budget.
Philly Today: Inside Philadelphia’s Massive Porch-Pirate Problem
Plus, how to win tickets to basically every event at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Philly Today: Fetterman Folds
Plus, meet the Philly woman who just scored a $300,000 deal on Shark Tank.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
Philly Today: Whole Foods Debuts New Robotic “ShopBots” Concept In Philly Area
Plus, the best hikes you can take this weekend when we approach 70 degrees.
Philly’s Schools Are in Trouble. The Answer Isn’t Higher Taxes
As Philly public schools face funding shortfalls, fixing them may require a bold rethink of how the city raises its revenue.
Philly Today: Record-Setting Turnouts and Big Democrat Wins in Pennsylvania on Election Day
Plus, a $25,000-per-night FIFA World Cup hotel package in Old City. (No, that doesn’t include tickets.)
Philly Today: Main Line Billionaire Gives at Least $2.5 Million to Trump Ballroom
Plus, why the NBA just dinged Embiid for $50,000.
Sasha Suda Out as CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum
The museum director was terminated via email for “cause” this morning.
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.
New Media For a New Philadelphia Age
The nonprofit Philadelphia Citizen just bought Philadelphia magazine. Here’s why
How a Philly Mag Journalist Sued an Angry Facebook Commenter — and Won
Allow me, the journalist, to explain.
Philly Today: Jon Bon Jovi Remembers His Friend Pierre Robert, Who Has Died
The two were longtime friends.
