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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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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Lew Blum, the Tow-Truck King Philly Loves to Hate, Needs a Hug

He was known for hauling away illegally parked cars all over the city. Then he pissed off the wrong people.

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Nina Simone’s Complicated Relationship With Philadelphia

Her career might have turned out a bit differently had it not been for Philly.

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The Best Thing This Week: Making It Rein

West Philly’s Work to Ride program saddles up with Ralph Lauren.

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Scenes From the Philly Planned Parenthood Protest

The nationally promoted anti-abortion gathering felt in some ways like a Trump voter family reunion.

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Pennsylvania Ranks Third for Number of Bigfoot Sightings

That’s according to a list compiled by the very scientific Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization.

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DA’s Office to Axios: You Got Our Drug Arrest Policy Completely Wrong

The publication wrote that Larry Krasner was considering a policy where he’d “stop charging drug users as criminals.” A spokesperson says that’s not even remotely true.


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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Anti-Abortion Activists Plan to Converge on Philly Planned Parenthood on Friday

Brian Sims stirred the pot with two viral videos, and now the pot might just boil over.

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Biden Campaign Rally in Philly: Tickets, What to Expect, and More

First things first: You’ll have to leave your homemade Gritty signs at home. (Boo.)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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