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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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Flying Swastika Draws Attention Down the Shore

Over the weekend, the International Raelian Movement—a religious cult that believes that a Creator reveals itself via UFOs—had banners featuring swastikas flown over Los Angeles, […]

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The Real Reason Women Still Can’t Have It All

Anne-Marie Slaughter’s son is having a tough adolescence. And the whole country gets to know about it now. If you didn’t hear Slaughter on Terry […]

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The First Rule of Fight Church

There’s a question asked in the trailer for Fight Church—and yes, this forthcoming documentary is a real thing, not an Onion parody—that deserves a straight […]

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The Guide to Buying Liquor in New Jersey

A week ago, Pennsylvanians were giddy. The state was poised for a “historic vote” on eliminating the state’s liquor stores. Pennsylvanians would be able to […]

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Cheney’s Daughter Gets Gay Married

What’s good for the goose…

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How Much Top Philly School District Earners Get Paid

Talk radio is a nonstop focus group, monitoring the prevailing and changing feelings about the issues of the moment. Every day, I talk with callers […]


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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Morning Scoop: Chase Utley Set to Return on Wednesday

Utley Set to Return. This Wednesday, the Phillies plan on having Chase Utley in the lineup for their game against the Pirates at Citizens Bank […]

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Suze Orman Talks Gay Marriage

A disparity of money?

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Sneak Peek: QFest 2012

The films, the celebs, the previews

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The Night Jerry Sandusky Was Found Guilty

Shortly after 9 p.m., she sits, without expression, in the courtroom. This is, after all, the woman who witnessed nearly the entire investigation of Jerry […]

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Jerry Sandusky Guilty on 45 Counts

Jerry Sandusky has been found guilty of 45 of 48 charges in the child sex abuse case that shocked the Penn State community where he […]

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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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Cole Hamels Voted for Bryce Harper for the All-Star Game

Today, Cole Hamels told reporters that he voted for Bryce Harper for the All-Star Game. In case you’ve forgotten, Cole Hamels is the same guy […]

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Vegas Educator Emerges in SRC Search for Superintendent

The deputy superintendent in Clark County, Nevada will visit Philadelphia on Monday for a series of meetings and interviews. Pedro Martinez—not that Pedro Martinez—has been […]

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Someone Wore a “RELEASE THE TICKLE MONSTER” Shirt at the Sandusky Trial Today

As the jury deliberates the 48 charges against former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky, someone outside the courthouse wore a T-shirt that read, “RELEASE THE […]

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Jury Finds Monsignor Lynn Guilty of Child Endangerment, Not Guilty on Other Two Charges

The jury in the trial of Monsignor William Lynn and Rev. James Brennan have been deliberating for 13 days. On Wednesday, they told a judge […]

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