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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: Netflix House King of Prussia Gets an Opening Date

Plus, another fake emergency report at Villanova.

Q&A

The Head of Philly Schools Talks Safety, Staffing Shortages and Cell Phone Bans

Three years after moving from North Carolina to Philadelphia to helm the city’s schools, Tony Watlington faces immense challenges — but with optimism.

News

Philly Today: SEPTA Chaos Finally Arrives This Weekend

Here’s what you need to know.

Longform

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.

News

Philly Today: South Street Pawnshop Owner Pleads Guilty in Massive Stolen Goods Scheme

We’re talking more than $20 million massive.

News

Philly Today: Transgender Runner Slaps Swarthmore College With Federal Lawsuit

She’s also suing the NCAA. Plus, Haverford woman scammed out of $800,000.


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 Honors JD Vance With His Own Mural

Plus, a rapper seems to think shooting a Philly cop with a toy pellet gun is a good idea.

News

Krasner Goes Full FAFO on Trump: “He Better Not Try It in Philly.”

Also: A biblical pitching duel, Taylor does a podcast, Seth Meyers makes fun of us, and more.

News

Philly Today: The Return of the Rizzo Statue

Maybe they’ll finally open a Frank Rizzo museum.

News

Philly Today: A Biden Divorce in Philadelphia

Joe Biden’s daughter versus a prominent Society Hill plastic surgeon. Plus, the race for district attorney just got more interesting.

News

Is It Doomsday for SEPTA?

Also: A pink snake, a baby squirrel, duck, and completely different pink snake that plays the guitar.

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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.


News

Sources: Controversial Wildwood Pizzeria Shuts Down After Bomb Threat

The incident comes days after Franconi’s Pizza took down Nazi stickers.

Opinion

The Assault of the Influencers

As algorithms reward style over substance, can Philly’s authenticity hold its ground?

News

Philly Today: Delco Man Learns Pleasuring Yourself at Wawa Is a Bad Idea

And in this case, a worse idea than normal.

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Real or Lafufu? Philly Shops Help You Navigate the Labubu Madness

Here’s what Philly store owners say about spotting the difference.

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