People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.
Philly, We’re Officially Living in an Apartheid State
When the vast amount of equity, wealth, and resources are controlled by a city’s racial minority, it’s time to start asking why.
Spruce Street Harbor Park Reopens for the Summer Soon
Plus just-released event highlights to get you excited for waterfront park season.
The No-B.S. Guide to Recycling in Philadelphia
You’d better be informed, because bad recycling habits can end up doing more harm than good.
Monday Is the Last Day to Register to Vote in the Primary
What are you waiting for? Do it now! (Here’s how.)
Will Rebecca Rhynhart Derail the City’s New Voting Machines?
Despite a recent decision, the city controller — and other critics — cite a lack of transparency in the multimillion-dollar purchase.
Is This Rich Middle-Aged White Guy From Texas the Most Revolutionary Thinker in Philly?
Richard Vague is known in Philadelphia as a venture capitalist and a Renaissance Man.
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.
Millennials! Get Over Your Blankies and Stuffed Animals and Grow Up Already!
Just as I become a grandma, my kids’ generation is regressing into infancy.
Sneak Peek: Inside Philadelphia Magazine’s May Issue
Are the outrageous costs of prescription drugs making you furious, too?
Investigative Journalist Nicole Weisensee Egan on Chronicling Bill Cosby’s Fall
The longtime Philly reporter talks about social media, #MeToo, and her new book, Chasing Cosby.
Best Thing This Week: The Great State Amphibian Debate
All hail the Pennsylvania snot otter!
Shakespeare & Co. Is Selling Copies of the Mueller Report
It’s printing copies from its espresso book machine.
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.
Starbucks Pauses Plans for “Hip” Frankford Avenue Location
The company says it wants to continue meeting with the Fishtown community before moving forward.
Philly’s Most Epic Easter Egg Hunt Involves a Helicopter
It’ll dump thousands of eggs from the sky on Saturday.
Watch a Bunch of Philly Celebs Announce the Eagles Schedule
Football season is still five months away, but you can whet your appetite with this video featuring Philly luminaries such as Brian Dawkins, The Roots, and Jimmy Rollins.
The Atlantic City Rail Line to Resume Service Two Weeks Early
Your traffic-free beach trips can now begin on May 12th.
