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.
Here Are All the Businesses That Have Received Money from Philly’s Coronavirus Relief Fund So Far
Some examples: $60,000 for Nuts to You, $40,000 each for Michael Solomonov’s Abe Fisher and fancy Rittenhouse boutique Joan Shepp, and $25,000 for Marc Lamont Hill’s Germantown book shop.
Everything You Need to Know About Filling in Your Surprisingly Complicated Mail-In Ballot
It’s not as simple as checking off a few boxes. A Philadelphian’s guide to making sure your vote in the Pennsylvania primary is counted.
Single Philadelphians Are Still Seeking Love…Or a One-Night Stand
FaceTime dates, casual sexting, in-person hookups — coronavirus may have shut down society, but dating in Philly is still going strong.
Yes, You Can Actually Lie on a Jersey Shore Beach This Weekend
Previously, you couldn’t sit on the beaches. That’s beginning to change.
Social Distancing and Masks Still a Huge Problem on SEPTA
“It certainly is a concern,” says SEPTA spokesperson Andrew Busch.
If Philadelphia Can’t Apologize for the MOVE Bombing 35 Years Later, How Progressive Are We?
How our local government chooses to address its role in one of the darkest days in our city’s history has now become a litmus test.
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.
Philly’s July 4th Wawa Welcome America Celebration Will Be Virtual This Year
A reminder that life isn’t going back to normal anytime soon.
The City of Philadelphia Might Pay Your Rent If You Can’t Due to the Coronavirus
Plus: Governor Wolf threatens rogue counties amid shutdown angst. And Donald Trump tells Pa. to start opening the heck up.
Counter-Protester Demands Vehicular Assault Charges After Reopen Philly Protest Car Hits Him
At Friday’s rally near City Hall, a counter-protester decided to block the caravan of cars coming up Broad Street. And then one driver hit the gas.
We’ve Always Craved Being Home. Then We Were Told to Stay There
A look at what happens when a city shelters in place.
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: No, the Phillies Didn’t Scout Donald Trump in High School
“There’s no chance,” says a scouting expert. Thank God somebody finally stood up for the integrity of our baseball team.
Join Philly Mag for a Virtual Secrets From the C-Suite Event Series
La Colombe CEO Todd Carmichael, our first guest, will speak live about navigating new business challenges amid the pandemic and preparing his company for what’s still to come.
DA Investigating “Shocking” Video of Police Incident in Kohl’s Parking Lot
Delco police tased a man twice before the video began. Then a cop repeatedly kicked and hit him while he was on the ground. But the police chief says the video doesn’t tell the whole story.
Philly Colleges Are Planning for In-Person Classes This Fall
Here’s what we know about Temple, Drexel, Thomas Jefferson, La Salle and more.
