People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.
Philly Media Giant Entercom Is Doubling Down on the Future of Radio
Does anyone listen to the radio anymore? America’s second largest radio company is betting a whole lot of money that the answer is yes.
The Working Families party member and self-described socialist weighs in on who she’d like to see run for president next.
Sorry Millennial Travelers! Visit Philly’s New Target for 2020 is Boomers
They have all the money, and they’re looking to travel.
Best Thing: Finally, the Cooking App You Really Need
Give me the recipe, spare me the annoying backstory.
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.
SEPTA Says the Historic Route 15 Trolleys Will Return Late Next Year
Rumors had swirled that the trolleys would disappear for good after SEPTA replaces them with buses on Sunday.
Losing the Ritz at the Bourse Takes Philly’s Film Scene From Bad to Worse
We spoke to film buffs about what the closure means for the city’s already anemic independent cinema scene — including the director of the Philadelphia Film Society, who said “Never say never” when asked about a possible acquisition of the theater.
Is Brett Brown the Right Coach to Lead Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid to a Championship?
He’s obsessed with helping turn his young stars into great people as well as great players. Sixers fans? They just want to win.
What Two Centuries of Census Records Taught Us About Philadelphia
The hidden story behind all those numbers.
Vision Zero, Philly’s Bold Plan to Eliminate Traffic Deaths, Needs Bolder Action
The city hasn’t been ambitious when it’s mattered.
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.
Sneak Peek: Inside Philadelphia Magazine’s February Issue
Our new issue drops this week with a deep dive into the minds of parenthood-averse millennials.
Best Thing This Week: F@$% Climate Change
We’re gonna get serious about it — just as soon as we get back from the park.
Face Recognition Promises to Speed You Through PHL’s Gates. But Should You Use It?
Critics say there are a number of security and privacy questions surrounding the technology. Here’s what you need to know.
Meet the Owner of Philly’s Coolest New Indie Bookshop in Fishtown
Harriett’s Bookshop owner Jeannine A. Cook describes her store as “if black girl magic were a bookshop.”
