People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.
Dear Philly: Mayor Kenney Hates How Trashy You’re Being During the Pandemic
Improperly tied garbage bags and people who toss their refuse into already overflowing receptacles are among the things that drive the mayor crazy.
In a Post-Lockdown World, Philly Tourism Eyes a Reset
A $7.6 billion annual industry screeched to a halt in the wake of coronavirus. But will economic reopening actually lead to a rebound anytime soon?
Now Is the Time for Penn and Philly’s Other Big-Money Nonprofits to Pay PILOTs
The ongoing debate over what universities and hospitals — who aren’t required to pay property taxes — should be contributing to the city’s coffers gets an added wrinkle during a pandemic-triggered economic free fall.
Police Charge Woman With “Organizing a Protest” at Rogue Atilis Gym
The gym has now raised over $40,000 — yes, $40,000 — in two days for a “court relief” GoFundMe.
This Police Bodycam Video From the Kohl’s Parking Lot Incident Tells More of the Story
The Delco DA’s Office reviewed the footage and determined that Haverford Township police did not use excessive force.
What a Drexel Epidemiologist Says About Sending Kids to Summer Camp This Year
Parents, you’re not going to like it.
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.
Defiant Gym Raises $1,000 Per Hour in Legal Defense GoFundMe
Plus: Philly health commissioner Tom Farley tells Philadelphians, “Don’t go to the beach.”
Questlove, Patti LaBelle, Daryl Hall, DJ Jazzy Jeff Unite for COVID Relief Concert
You can watch it on TV or online this Thursday.
I Tried It: Rite Aid’s Do-It-Yourself COVID-19 Test
If you’ve ever wanted to tickle your brain, now is your chance.
50 Actual Good Things That Have Happened in Philly During the Coronavirus Crisis
Everything was terrible — except when it wasn’t.
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.
Best Thing: A Penn Student Made This Stop-Motion Video of Her Daily Commute
Get ready to feel nostalgic for the Before Coronavirus Times!
Join Philly Mag for a Virtual Secrets From the C-Suite Event Series
Skai Blue Media founder and CEO Rakia Reynolds, our special guest, will talk with us about future-proofing work and the workplace.
I Didn’t Like to Cook Before the Pandemic. I Don’t Like it Now
Go ahead and post your sourdough selfies and your precious pandemic paella pics — just leave some chicken fingers in the freezer section for me.
Local Business Owners Begin to Revolt Against Pennsylvania Coronavirus Shutdown Orders
“We’ve done what they told us to do,” says barbershop owner Nichole Missino. “It’s time to let us back to work. And if they won’t do that, we’ll do what we have to do.”
