People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rachel Levine to Pennsylvania: Stay Away From the Jersey Shore!
The beaches may be reopening, but Pennsylvania’s health secretary is warning Pa. residents against visiting.
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.
After Coronavirus, Will We Ever Go Back to Wearing “Work Clothes”?
My pandemic uniform has been a pair of sweatpants and a ratty old t-shirt. I’ll be damned if I’m ever going back.
Atlantic City Casinos Now Accepting Hotel Reservations for June 1st and Beyond
But don’t expect to be arm-to-arm at the craps table anytime soon.
Philly Coronavirus News: The Battle to Reopen Barber Shops, Hair Salons, and Nail Spas
If the stop-and-go is allowed to sell 40s on the corner with “no social distancing of any sort,” why can’t a barber on the same block cut hair, reasons State Senator Anthony Williams.
Jacqueline McBride Is White Privilege Personified
McBride admitted to spitting on two people during a pandemic, then tried to explain away her actions. She’s not the first to attempt such a feat, but hopefully she’ll be the last.
