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.
The No-B.S. Guide to Philadelphia Sinkholes
Since 2015, the Streets Department has received more than 17,000 reports of sinkholes in Philly. Here’s a mini-lesson on why that is — and what to do if one starts opening on your street.
Philly Free Streets: Road Closures and Parking Restrictions
Here’s where you can drive across North Broad on Saturday — and where you can’t park.
The Trolley Tunnel Blitz Will Return Next Weekend
Trolley commuters beware: Here’s when the tunnel will be out of service.
Of Course Philadelphia Cares About Independence Historical National Park
The board chair and the executive director of the Independence Historical Trust respond to Philly Mag’s recent article on the state of Independence Hall.
30th Street Station’s Flipboard Looks So Lost in Its New Home
The sign will be on display at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania for the next three years. But the work-in-progress exhibit doesn’t have quite the same glitz and glamor as the sign’s old 30th Street home.
Consultant Accuses Controversial Real Estate Developer Shawn Bullard of Rape
“I don’t have to rape,” says Bullard, a former NFL hopeful and reality-TV personality who adamantly denies the woman’s allegations. “Just look at me and see how I look.”
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.
The Latest Additions to the Fashion District Store Lineup
After many years of construction and multiple delays, the redevelopment of the beloved Gallery Mall is set to open soon. Here’s what you’ll find inside.
Philly Watch Parties for the Second 2020 Democratic Debates
Tensions are sure to rise in round two, and you don’t want to be screaming at your TV screen alone.
A Montco Teen Just Won $3 Million Playing Fortnite
Kyle “Bugha” Giersdorf, of Pottsgrove, is 16 years old, a World Cup video game (uh, esports) champion, and probably richer than you.
What’s Better Than One Halloween a Year? Two, Says This South Jersey Group
The organization wants to add another day of Halloween celebrations to the holiday calendar.
Best Thing: They’re Doing Another Rocky Movie!
Gonna fly … again!
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.
Of Course Penn Is Complicit in Amy Wax’s Racism. Of Course Penn Should Fire Her.
Every time Amy Wax proves that she’s a racist, Penn props her up. Its complicity has to stop.
The U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Is Playing at the Linc in August
Now’s your chance to see Megan Rapinoe in person.
Presenting the Worst of Philly 2019: From Brian Sims to Geno’s Steaks and Beyond
Here are 14 losers, duds, disasters, and complete embarrassments from the year past.
How SEPTA’s Transfer Policy Makes Poorest Riders Pay Most Expensive Fares
Philadelphians spend a larger proportion of their income on transit than people in New York, D.C., and Chicago.
