People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
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.
Inga Saffron and Stu Bykofsky Absolutely Savaged Each Other at Stu’s Farewell Party
Don’t worry. There’s video.
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.
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.
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.”
Elizabeth Warren Sure Seemed to Have a Good Weekend in Philly
Here’s what she got up to during her visit for the Netroots Nation convention.
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.
We’re All Getting Screwed by Fees, Pretty Much All the Time
Inside the infuriating world of the hidden fee economy.
All Those Maddening Fees on Your Comcast Bill, Explained
We investigated the (many) mysterious charges and figured out where they really go.
Who Is Leaving Flossers All Over Philly Sidewalks?
I’ve learned to tolerate Philly’s litter-happy ways. But floss picks are a bridge too far.
The 25-Year-Old Camden Trumpeter Who’s Taking the Jazz World by Storm
What’s next for Arnetta Johnson? Anything she wants.
Best Thing: Bye-Kofsky!
The bilious Daily News columnist finally hangs it up.
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.
People With Anxiety Disorders Can Soon Get Pa. Medical Marijuana Cards
Anxiety disorders were just added to the state’s list of qualifying program conditions.
It Seems NOAA Wasn’t Kidding About Those Philly Flood Predictions
The government weather-watcher has warned of frequent flooding in Philly by 2050. Thursday’s storm gave us a taste of what’s to come.
Q&A: Amber Hikes on Leading the Office of LGBT Affairs
Hikes announced that she would resign as the organization’s executive director this week.
On Friday, Stu Bykofsky Will Be Out of a Job — and He Has Plenty to Say About It
While not violating his non-disparagement agreement with his soon-to-be-ex-bosses at the Daily News and Inquirer, of course.
