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.
Marks: Stay home this season and write a check. Everyone will benefit.
Cold weather to blame for state’s “widespread” classification. It’s not too late to get a flu shot.
Two local companies want to chronicle their weight loss on TV.
Passengers are still dealing with weather-related service issues.
Could it be the first Southern state to legalize gay marriage?
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.
Time for an end to state control of Philly schools?
He’s considering an appeal of the lawsuit that overturned the statute.
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.
Everybody’s favorite old pitcher in town Wednesday to interview.
Yep, you read that right.
And some people are furious. Some elated.
There’s that news van again.
