People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.
Overwatch League to Host Its Esports Championship in Philly
It’ll be live-streamed in 190 different countries, but you’ll have the chance to check it out in real life at Wells Fargo Center on September 29th.
John Fetterman’s Marijuana “Listening Tour” Will Make Four Stops in Philly
Here’s your chance to talk about legalizing weed with Pennsylvania’s chillest politician.
Sorry, Sheetz — Wawa Already Beat You to Coffee-Flavored Beer
The store’s forthcoming “Project Coffee Hopz” will surely have nothing on Wawa’s Winter Reserve.
Philly Uber Drivers Are (Supposedly) Striking This Week
But not one of the Uber drivers I’ve had over the last several days seems to be in solidarity with their comrades.
Brian Sims Berates “Old White Lady” Protesting at Philly Planned Parenthood
In a now-viral video, the state rep exercises his First Amendment right to go off on a protester exercising hers.
At Candidates Forum, Jannie Blackwell Accused Challenger, BBWC Activists of “Dirty Activities”
“Rather than spread lies about me and my campaign, Councilwoman Blackwell should address the serious concerns residents have,” says her primary opponent, Jamie Gauthier.
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.
Rushing to Top Up Your SEPTA Key? You’ll Have to Watch This Ad First.
At least one person has already complained about missing a train thanks to SEPTA’s new captive advertising pilot.
Can Mary Gay Scanlon and D.C.’s New Wave of Female Voices Derail the Trump Train?
The Philly lawyer-turned-Congressional newcomer is doing her best to find out.
Pennsylvania’s Cannabis Movement, by the Numbers
This month marks one year since Philly’s first medical marijuana dispensary opened its doors.
Best Thing: Dr. Phil’s Slippery Rock Slip-Up
He wound up between a Slippery Rock and a hard place …
Kenney on Controller’s Voting Machine Objections: “I Don’t Know What Her Problem Is”
Days after the city took delivery of the first $664,000 worth of its new electronic voting machines amid repeated complaints about the procurement process — and without a signed contract — the mayor strongly defended the purchase.
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.
Prominent Sex Abuse Lawyer Mitchell Garabedian Targeted in Philly-Based Lawsuit
An employee of a suburban boarding school claims that the famed attorney at the center of the Boston clergy abuse scandal ruined his reputation and demanded $1 million from the school over allegedly bogus claims.
Get a Bird’s-Eye View of the Philadelphia Zoo From Its New Zip Line
Humans have been on top of the animal food chain for a while. Now’s your chance to be literally on top, too, at this new obstacle course.
Here’s Why SEPTA’s Improvement Projects Are Back on Hold — Again
If the transit agency isn’t able to resume bridge maintenance and other infrastructure projects, some of its routes could end up being at risk by this time next year.
