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.
A Philly Teacher on Inspiring Kids During the Crisis
Keziah Ridgeway continued to teach her popular African American history class, even after the School District said remote learning should stop.
Independence Health Group’s Daniel Hilferty on the Switch to Working Virtually
The CEO talks about the need for 100 percent testing and the rise of telemedicine.
12 Philadelphians on How COVID-19 Turned Their Worlds Upside Down
In an instant, the crisis changed everything about how we live. A dozen perspectives on what that meant.
A Philly Bride Who Traded Her Big Wedding for a Small Backyard Ceremony
Erin Markle, whose mom is battling breast cancer, went through with the ceremony to ensure her mother could be there.
Best Thing This Week: At Least the English Language Isn’t Self-Isolating
Merriam-Webster is adding 535 new words to the dictionary. Of course, many of them are pandemic-related.
Riders Union to SEPTA: Do More to Ease Crowding and Hellish Commutes
A rider advocacy group says SEPTA’s current Lifeline service doesn’t do enough to help essential travelers.
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.
The Pandemic Isn’t Bringing Out the Best in People. It’s Showing People as They Truly Are
It’s fantasy to think that difficult times change our very natures.
Philly Coronavirus News: You Can Probably Forget About Public Pools in Philadelphia This Summer
Plus, the city just quintupled its fine for stay-at-home violators.
These Are 10 of the Coolest, Oldest and Most Storied Trees in Philadelphia
Some are still reaching skyward, others are gone but have amazing tales to tell, and one was the subject of a decades-old mystery.
A Fairmount Creative Director Filmed This Uplifting Video Tribute to His Neighbors
Jake Krolick wanted to show the world that “there are good things happening as well.”
Philly Coronavirus News: Pennsylvania’s Takeout Cocktails Plan
You’ll be able to get a 64-ounce drink to go. Now that’s one big margarita!
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.
Seth Williams Was Just Released from Federal Prison
Less than three years after a judge sentenced him to five, the disgraced former district attorney is back in Philly at an undisclosed location.
Coronavirus Could Put a $650 Million Hole in Philly’s Budget. Here Are Four Takeaways
A new report from City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart makes one thing clear: Philly is about to have much less money than it expected. What it means for restaurants, retail, tax reform, and the already-contentious relationship between the controller and the Mayor.
Once the Quarantine Is Over, I’m Over These Philly Institutions
In times of adversity, people reveal who they really are. Consider the tone-deaf actions of these institutions during the pandemic.
Thousands Violate Stay-at-Home Order to Watch Dirt-Stupid Fighter Jet Flyover
Plus, Phillies season could open in June at Citizens Bank Park and takeout cocktails may be coming soon.
