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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

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.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

Latest Stories

6.5 Million Reasons to Back Allyson Schwartz

The “mine’s bigger” war chest battle has begun.

Homophobia Halted My NFL Dreams

Dorien Bryant reacts to Chris Kluwe’s letter.

Phillies, Comcast Reach New TV Deal

The 25-year agreement could mean big bucks for the team.

Hercules Claimed One Life Before It Even Started

A worker was killed by collapsing road salt.

10 Cool Hercules Snow Shots

It wasn’t the hugest storm, but it made for some great pics.

News

Police: You Can’t Save Parking Spots With Lawn Chairs

Or, as they put it, “#NoSavsies.”


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.


Philadelphia Eagles and Detroit Lions line up during the first quarter at the Lincoln Financial Field Snow Bowl
News

Hercules Closes Philly Schools, Snarls SEPTA

City still officially pumped for the Eagles!

News

City: No Trash Collection on Friday

People taking Winter Storm Hercules seriously.

News

Jon Gosselin to Make Reality TV Comeback Tonight

Get amped for Vh1’s “Couples Therapy.”

Chris Kluwe: I Was Fired for Supporting Marriage Equality

The former Minnesota Vikings punter finally opens up.

News

Tony Luke Has Released an Eagles Song

Because of course he has.

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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.


SEPTA Running Extra Broad Street Trains for Eagles Game

Here’s the schedule.

News

Reminder: Gas Prices Are Going Up…Very Soon

To pay for SEPTA, which you’ll now have to take.

News

The Best Craiglist Missed Connections of Mummers Day

True love blossoms–or not–on 2 Street.

News

John Bolaris Peers Into His Crystal Ball

Prediction: 8 inches.

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