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.
How to Save Market East (For Real This Time)
The most beleaguered corridor in Center City is due for yet another major makeover.
Charles Barkley’s Philadelphia Black History Month All-Stars: Part 3
A closer look at Black Philadelphians whose ideas, work, and courage left a lasting mark on our city
Philadelphia Bar Bans Conservative Columnist Over Offensive Comments
People who post “all lives splatter” are apparently not welcome at Fergie’s Pub.
All the Philly People and Places in The Simpsons’ 800th Episode
From Dalessandro’s to Quinta Brunson to a fictitious park “honoring” Michael Vick. And, oh yes, Wawa.
Remembering Sandra Schultz Newman
The trailblazing, larger-than-life divorce lawyer and Philly character died this week.
Hey City Hall — When Are You Going to Clear the Bike Lanes?
And local car owners thought they had it bad.
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.
What Building REC Philly Taught Me About This City
REC Philly may have closed its doors, but its co-founder Dave Silver still believes the best is yet to come for our city’s immensely talented creatives.
Whose 250th Is This, Anyway?
As democracy teeters, are we really owning the Semiquincentennial?
Charles Barkley’s Philadelphia Black History Month All-Stars: Part 2
A closer look at Black Philadelphians whose ideas, work, and courage left a lasting mark on our city
Kensington Becomes Its Own Landlord
How one special sliver of the city is redefining what smart neighborhood development can look like in Philadelphia … and far beyond.
Is This Frigid Winter Harming Our Birds?
They’re tougher than they look — c’mon, this is Philly! But that doesn’t mean they’ll all survive.
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.
The Man at the Forefront of the Battle Over Philly’s Slavery Memorial Tells All
Attorney and civil rights activist Michael Coard explains the history of the memorial, the latest in the lawsuit over it, and what you can do to help.
“We Owe You One”: The Sixers, the 1977 NBA Finals, and the Fight for the Future of Basketball
In an excerpt from his forthcoming Moses and The Doctor, Luke Epplin explores everything that went wrong for the Sixers — and how the stakes were much higher than what happened on the court.
Charles Barkley’s Philadelphia Black History Month All-Stars: Part 1
A closer look at Black Philadelphians whose ideas, work, and courage left a lasting mark
Philadelphia Forgot A. Leon Higginbotham. America Can’t Afford To
Remembering a judge, mentor, and civil rights icon at a moment the country cries out for him.
