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.
Here’s the Scathing Investigative Report on the City’s Response to Civil Unrest in 2020
City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart’s damning report comes after investigators interviewed dozens of residents, city leaders and police officials but, notably, not Jim Kenney.
Who, Exactly, Is Philly Fighting COVID?
How a 22-year-old CEO with virtually no health-care experience got picked to run the first mass vaccination clinic in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Health Department Severs Relationship with Philly Fighting COVID
The startup organization, founded by a 22-year-old Drexel student, had been running the city’s first COVID-19 mass vaccination clinic. But after the organization changed its data privacy practices, the city has cut ties.
Philly Painter Perry Milou Goes After Online “Ripoffs” of His Biden and Harris Mugs
His complaints are not without a tinge of irony, since Milou once found himself in trouble over a painting inspired by a Pope Francis photo.
Barstool Sports Is Betting Big on Philly. But Are We the City They Think We Are?
Crude, lewd Barstool founder Dave Portnoy thought this was the perfect city from which to launch his new sports gambling app. Maybe once upon a time, it was.
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.
I Took a COVID-19 Vaccine Selfie. Then the Questions Came Pouring In.
The response to one Instagram post shows just how much mistrust of the vaccine there is among the Black community. They’re concerns I shared — here’s why I got the shot anyway.
Turns Out “Missing” Main Line Man Was Just a Sex Offender in Hiding
The feds say Tim Dillon was living 2,000 miles away under an assumed name.
Has Philly Turned a COVID Corner? This Pandemic Modeling Expert Is Optimistic
David Rubin, who’s been modeling the pandemic for months at CHOP, shares three reasons for optimism and two causes for concern (because it can’t be all good news, right?).
This South Jersey Woman Helped Lead the Charge Up the Capitol Steps
Eight months after she was charged for her actions outside notorious Atilis Gym in Bellmawr, Medford’s Stephanie Hazelton (a.k.a. Ayla Wolf) stood at the entrance to the Capitol declaring, “We need more men!”
Meet the Deep-Voiced Delco Teen Making Sea Shanties Cool
Luke Taylor joined TikTok as a lark, to pass the time during quarantine. Now, the Garnet Valley High graduate is lending his basso profundo voice to the country’s latest craze.
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.
4 Ways the City Could Make the Winter of COVID More Liveable
From making the most of parks to re-routing SEPTA, how Philly could and should adapt to the season.
White South Jersey Cop Who Casually Pepper-Sprayed Black Teen Is Banned From Holding Any Public Job In the State
Back in June, we told you about Ryan Dubiel, the white Woodlynne police officer who was caught on video pepper-spraying a Black teen who wasn’t […]
After Trump Insurrection, the Need for Newsroom Diversity Couldn’t Be More Obvious
The failed white supremacist coup was incited by the President, but it was enabled by those in the predominantly white media who spent years refusing to call his supporters what they are.
Here’s Who’s Next in Line to Get the COVID Vaccine
Three key takeaways from Philadelphia’s weekly briefing, including the return of indoor dining.
