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The exclusive story behind the brutal ouster of Sasha Suda and the new civil war at Philadelphia’s premier cultural institution
Reputed Philly Mobster Phil Narducci Arrested By Feds
Prosecutors say that Narducci loaned a man money at usurious rates and then physically assaulted him when he couldn’t pay up. A co-defendant has been charged as well.
“Angriest Black Man In America” Takes Case of Man Accused of Attacking Marines
Attorney Michael Coard says that the two Marines were attacked due to mistaken identity but insists his client didn’t use any ethnic slurs against them.
A Philly Publisher Reimagined Classic Books With Gritty as the Star
The Great Gritsby looks like a winner.
Here Are 169 Things Johnny Doc Is Accused of Buying With Union Money
From Red Bull to tips at a Barry Manilow concert to a $125 birthday cake at Termini’s. (Hey, at least he has good taste … in cakes.)
Scenes From the Campaign Trail: A Black Trump Supporter Throws a Mayoral Kickoff Birthday
“I have a direct line from the White House to North Philly — Trump wants to help us,” says Republican Daphne Goggins.
Forget Pizza Rat. Philly’s Pretzel Rat Is the Next Rodent Celebrity
In the latest installment of vermin stumbling upon human food in a subway station, a rat latches onto a double soft pretzel. There’s video.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.
By All Means, Philly, #MuteRKelly — but #EvictJewellWilliams Too
A City Council resolution to ban disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly from the city is commendable, but that same energy should also be directed to support local movements for accountability around sexual misconduct.
Superheroes Are Taking Over the Franklin Institute This April
Starring in a new Marvel exhibit showcasing 80 years of comic-book history: hand-drawn sketches of Spider-Man and Chadwick Boseman’s Black Panther costume.
D.C. “Antifa Leader” Is Third Man Charged in Marine Attack in Philadelphia
Joseph Alcoff has been charged with aggravated assault, ethnic intimidation, and conspiracy, among other offenses.
Meet the South Philly Rapper Who Co-Wrote a Delightfully Confusing Children’s Book
The book — P is for Pterodactyl — is a New York Times best seller.
This Philly Pastor Wants to Become Pa.’s First Out Lesbian State Rep
In her bid for the 190th District’s special election seat, Pamela Williams believes that “progress starts with the people.”
Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.
Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.
Where Do All of Those CBS Sunday Morning Suns Come From?
Well, at least 60 were designed by the girls at one Catholic high school in Philly.
Youse Guys, James McAvoy Has a Pretty Okay Philly Accent?
The Scottish actor hosted SNL last weekend and played an Eagles fan. Though we still prefer Tina Fey as our resident Iggles expert, thank you very much.
Movita Johnson-Harrell Might Become the First Muslim Woman Elected to Pa. House
“I’m running because I care about my community,” says Johnson-Harrell, who just clinched the Democratic party’s nomination in the 190th District’s special election.
Church of Scientology Says It’s Building a Huge House of Worship in Center City
The embattled organization, which has racked up a big tax bill in Philly amid a dispute over its tax-exempt status, says it will open an “Ideal Church” on Chestnut Street.
