People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
’Tis the season for Jeff Bezos masks and angry pumpkins.
Let There Be Light (Emitting Diodes): Philly to Retrofit All 100,000 City Streetlights
The city promises energy savings, a reduction in carbon emissions, and also to not fry your eyeballs with its new LED lights.
How to Watch the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team Practice at the Linc
The World Cup–winning team will hold a public training session before facing Portugal.
The Philly Shops Where You Can Break In Your New (Digital) Apple Credit Card
Yes, we realize that for now this is just a list of places that already accept Apple Pay — but have you ever felt compelled to use Apple Pay before?
Drivers, Stop Parking in the Spruce and Pine Street Bike Lanes
Revamped bicycle safety infrastructure on both roads doesn’t even seem to exist on weekends.
Catholic Priest Accused of Spending Church Money on a Beach House and Boyfriends
Joseph McLoone, formerly of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Downingtown, allegedly stole close to $100,000.
At Philly Court Hearing, a Wrenching Preview of Fight Over Safe Injection Sites
Safehouse made a moral argument that the opioid crisis compels a response. The federal government suggested morals don’t matter: The law is the law.
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.
Here’s How to Get $10 Tickets to “Hamilton” in Philly
All you need is a little bit of luck. Well, and ten dollars.
It Happened Last Night: Aerosmith Played for 3,000 People in Atlantic City
Some of whom paid $1,850 to be there.
Eastern State Showcases Work of Incarcerated Filmmakers in “Hidden Lives Illuminated”
Through September 12th, the museum is projecting 20 animated short films about life in prison onto its walls.
I Tried Twice to Like Dîner en Blanc, but It’s Truly an Elitist Display Philly Doesn’t Need
There’s something remarkably cringeworthy about displaying gross wealth and status in public spaces — especially in a city that has such a devastating wealth gap.
The Best Thing That Happened This Week: Catching Up With Bobby Hill
When you’re already an angel, where on Earth do you go from here?
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 September 2019 Issue
Our September issue drops this week. In it, learn how your kids’ teachers really feel about you.
With Pa. Turnpike Lawsuit Dismissed, SEPTA Can Breathe a Big Sigh of Relief
A federal appeals judge ruled that the Turnpike’s $450 million annual payments to PennDOT (and SEPTA) are indeed constitutional.
Bicyclists to Rally for Appeal in Emily Fredricks Case
The Bicycle Coalition will gather outside the DA’s Office on Friday.
Philly’s Local TV Broadcasts Were a Masterclass in How Not to Cover a Live Shooting
From helicopter video showing police deployment to misleading breaking-news updates, Wednesday’s local TV news coverage left plenty to be desired.
