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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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How We Determined the Hottest Philadelphia Neighborhoods

To identify the region’s hottest neighborhoods and towns, we began with year-end real estate price and transaction data for approximately 400 MLS areas and specific […]

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Daylin Leach Officially Running for Allyson Schwartz’s Seat

State Senator Daylin Leach (D-Duh)–fan of legalized pot, foe of genetically modified corn–is running for Allyson Schwartz’s seat in Congress, assuming she runs for governor, […]

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Philly’s Favorite Local Spas

Deme Center City | 2200 Arch Street, Suite 102 Ladies-who-lunch believe that tasteful cosmetic injections, surgery and dentistry are essential—and the snootiest Manhattanites often sneak […]

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Will Corbett Change his Mind on Obamacare Expansion Tomorrow?

Tomorrow, the fate of as many as 500,000 uninsured Pennsylvanians could be decided: Tom Corbett is heading to the Hubert H. Humphrey building, off the […]

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Corbett’s Liquor Privatization Problem: History Isn’t on his Side

Tom Corbett is not the first Pennsylvania governor to try and privatize the state liquor stores. (Though, with much of his agenda stifled, unrealized, or […]

Tonight: Rob Lybeck Exhibit

Start First Friday-ing a few days early.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

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.


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One Upside to the Phillies’ Monstrous, Bloated Payroll

The Phillies, as I wrote last week, are among the most inefficient spenders in the league. Last year especially, they spent a lot and didn’t […]

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See Philly “Treasure Map,” Google’s April Fools’ Joke

When you’re dealing with forced yuks about Joe Sestak’s musical preferences, the bar for April Fools’ Day jokes is low. All the more reason, then, […]

Eve’s New Single

The Philly-born rapper takes on bullying.

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Philly Marathon Registration Begins Today

Philly marathon registration begins today. And you better hurry because…actually you don’t really need to hurry at all. The race is being held November 17th, […]

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Eagles ‘Backer Cool With Gay Teammate

The NFL’s homosexuality wars are heating up! Suiting up for the pro-camp: Chrisssss Kluwe and Bran-don Ayanbadejo. And for the anti-gay marriage team: The still uncomfortable […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

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.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

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.


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Sixers Go for “Aww” Factor, Sign Jrue Holiday’s Brother

Andrew Bynum isn’t coming back this year. Nor are the Sixers making the playoffs. There’s nothing left to play for except the draft lottery, and […]

A Word From Connor Barwin

The Philly Eagles linebacker says gay is OK.

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Alarmingly Flammable Temple Dorm Set on Fire for 7th Time

For the seventh time in the past month-and-a-half, (seventh time) a 27-story high-rise dormitory Morgan Hall has caught on fire. All seven fires have been […]

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Pat Toomey Running for Governor Against Tom Corbett*

Pat Toomey declared his intention of running against Tom Corbett, Tom Corbett announced he was privatizing his own mouth, and Joe Sestak won tickets to […]

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