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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.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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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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We’re Officially Declaring This the Summer of Jason Segel in Philly

You haven’t truly experienced Summer 2019 in Philly until you’ve spotted Jason Segel around town.

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Sneak Peek: Inside Philly Mag’s August Issue

Our big Best of Philly package is bigger — a full issue takeover! — and better than ever.

Best Thing: The Great Berks County Bird Caper

We plead with serial parrot pilferer: ENOUGH birds in hand, already!

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City Says Not to Be Concerned About the Weather-Related “Odor” at PES Refinery

Officials sent out an alert this week regarding fumes near the refinery, where shutdown procedures are underway after a series of massive explosions last month.

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Philly’s Heat Warning System Saved 45 Lives Last Year

In a recent Brown University survey of 20 U.S. cities, researchers found that Philadelphia was the only one whose heat alerts actually made a difference in preventing deaths.

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The Oval Is Officially Open

Here’s everything worth checking out along the Parkway through August 18th.


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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13 Philly Cops to Be Fired After Social Media Probe

Four others will be suspended — and 69 total will receive some form of discipline.

Opinion

Outdoor Smoking Bans Are Spreading — and Useless

Total bans on lighting up alfresco are popping up everywhere from the Jersey Shore to Temple University — but what’s the point if they’re never enforced?

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Inquirer Management Fears Philly Could Have No Daily Paper in 5 Years

An internal memo from the newspaper’s leadership gives the company just five years to change “our business, our products, our operations and our culture.”

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What to Know About SEPTA’s Big Regional Rail Construction Project

SEPTA will run shuttle buses along its Airport Line through August. Here’s info on what to expect.

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Philadelphia Declares 2019’s First Heat Emergency

The National Weather Service has also issued an “excessive heat warning” through the weekend, when temperatures could feel as high as 110 degrees Fahrenheit.

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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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Inga Saffron and Stu Bykofsky Absolutely Savaged Each Other at Stu’s Farewell Party

Don’t worry. There’s video.

Opinion

It’s Time for LGBT Affairs to Break Free of the Mayor’s Office

The city’s Office of LGBT Affairs is looking for its third director in three years. Without more independence — and more resources — it’s doomed to revolving-door leadership.

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Trump Wants to Recruit Women Voters, Starting in King of Prussia

Trump’s campaign launched its new “Women for Trump” push at the Valley Forge Casino Resort on Tuesday.

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Bobby Henon Wants You to Dime Out Your Neighbor’s Illegal Swimming Pool

“You can remove a pool but not open air drug dealers,” responded one area resident to the Northeast councilperson’s call for tips. “I am impressed.”

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