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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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Philly Today: Feds Charge Local Chef With Voting Twice in Last Presidential Election

Plus, SEPTA returning to “normal.”

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Mare of Eastown Creator Brad Ingelsby Talks His New HBO Show, Task.

The Delco-shot series from the Main Line dad premieres this weekend.

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50 Years of Fresh Air: An Oral History

Fifty years later, Terry Gross, her colleagues, and her competitors look back on how one show became a cultural touchstone.

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“Well, Just Grab It!” The Carol Saline I Remember

A Philly Mag veteran looks back at the irrepressible mentor — and later best-selling author — who taught her never to take no for an answer.

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Philly Today: A.C. Boardwalk Beats Out All Other Jersey Shore Boardwalks in New Fodor’s Travel Guide

Plus, prominent CHOP expert ousted from FDA’s vaccine panel.

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5 Things We’re Most Excited About for Philly’s 250th Celebration

Philadelphia’s plans for America’s big birthday put neighborhoods and culture at the heart of the celebration.


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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Philly Today: Philadelphia on Track for Fewest Homicides Since 1966

And yet, Governor Shapiro is preparing for an invasion of Trump’s troops.

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Philly Today: Eagles-Cowboys Ticket Prices Are Dropping

But some are still astronomically high.

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Inside the Mind of Nick Sirianni

Eleven months ago, we wanted him fired. Now a Super Bowl champion, he’s proven everyone wrong.

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Philly Today: Mike Jerrick Gets Late-Night Talk Show of His Own

Plus, did somebody say reindeer cheesesteaks?!

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For Gen Z, the Library Is Political

People say libraries are dying. Young librarians think they’re just evolving — and expanding their social conscience as they do.

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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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Philly Today: Drexel Plummets Miserably in New “Best Colleges In America” List

And the University of Pennsylvania falls out of the top ten.

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Philly Today: City Threatens to Shut Down Center City Nightclub Vinyl

Meanwhile, the IRS has filed a $352,000 lien against Rouge.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Are Engaged

The Wyomissing native and the Kansas City Chiefs star shared the news on Instagram.

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Philly Today: Netflix House King of Prussia Gets an Opening Date

Plus, another fake emergency report at Villanova.

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