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.
Penn Med School Dean Says Philly’s Coronavirus Crisis Won’t Peak Until May
According to top medical experts, Philly’s COVID-19 problems are only beginning.
Economist Mark Zandi Likes the Stimulus, but Says Trump Is “Uniquely Unprepared” to Lead
And that trade war with China? It’s sure not helping now.
Here’s What Individuals and Employers Need to Know About the Coronavirus Stimulus Package
How it affects unemployment, charitable donations, payroll taxes and when you should expect that $1,200 check.
Photos of a Mostly Empty Philly During the Coronavirus Shutdown
We’re in this together, as long as we stay apart.
An Update on Philadelphia Magazine’s Person of Interest Podcast
Philadelphia magazine is diving into the world of podcasting.
Some Good Things That Happened in Philly This Week in Spite of Coronavirus
For starters: cherry blossoms.
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.
More Wawa Trouble, City Upgrades Risk Level, NJ Closes Beaches
Want to walk into a Philly Wawa and order a Meatball Shorti or an Italian Classic? For now, you can’t.
“Apocalyptic” Crowds, Hour-Long Lines and Hazard Pay: Philly Grocery Store Employees Tell All
They’re among the heroes of the COVID-19 crisis. And they’ve got some things to get off their chest.
We’re All Socialists Now in the New Coronavirus Reality
Overnight, America became a nation of New Deal Democrats. Will that change the way we feel about the government?
Meet Danny DeVito, the Guy Challenging Tom Wolf’s Shutdown Order Before the State Supreme Court
The state rep candidate claims in court that Wolf’s actions to prevent the spread of coronavirus are unconstitutional.
Wawa Employee Tests Positive, Philly Catholics Cancel Easter, and Valley Forge Shuts Down
Our suggestion? Grab some black beans from your pantry and let Jose Garces show you the way.
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.
Looking for a Pet in These Stressful Times? Take Mine. Please.
A few things you should know about cats — or my cat, anyway — before taking in a lockdown companion.
Millennials and Gen Z Make Up Philly’s Largest COVID-19-Positive Group. We Need to Take This Seriously
If you’re between the ages of 20 and 39 and not already deep into Netflix and chill, now is the time.
Here’s How to Donate N95 Masks and Other Protective Gear to Philly Hospitals
Wondering how to help health care workers in this crisis? Here’s one way.
We’ve Always Lived in “These Uncertain Times”
In these uncertain times, the only certainty we have is a lack of it.
