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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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Want a Job? Show Me Your Facebook Page

We call her Aunt Dolores but she’s really not our Aunt. She is … now see if you can follow me … the 70-year-old sister […]

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McCain Says Santorum Should Quit, Laughs at Palin

Today on CBS This Morning, John McCain called for Rick Santorum’s “graceful exit” from the 2012 Republican presidential campaign. He also laughed and laughed at […]

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What We Love: Outside the Frame

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Next Time You Give a Standing Ovation, I Will Boo You

If you’ve been watching American Idol this season (and I am just outing myself here and telling you I have), you know that the quality […]

You’ve been to bustling Orlando and done the tropical Keys. Now discover the ultra-exclusive, supremely posh side of Florida.

Stay: The four-month-old St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort is pure glitz, with a multimillion-dollar art collection, 24-hour butler service and plush guest rooms (from $850 […]

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Don’t See Titanic in 3D

“But they spent almost $20 million on it.” This was a friend’s response to my pronouncement that I would not be seeing the 3D conversion […]


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: Councilman Spends Nearly $30K on Twitter Help

Councilman Kenney’s Twitter Firm. Councilman Jim Kenney is up on the Twitter, but needs help to ensure that he’s using it properly. That’s why he’s […]

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Why Republicans Really Want to Stop Abortion

Ah, how the rings in the GOP circus of woman-hating cruelty do expand. As if the Amazing Sanctimonious Santorum weren’t enough of a headliner, with […]

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Can Inky, DN Still Be Public Watchdogs?

Ed Rendell may be gone from the group that bought the Philadelphia Inquirer and Daily News, but the tangled business relationships and political interests of […]

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Zombies Coming to Philly? Where to Hide

Well, it’s finally happened. Zombies are eating our brains. They’re not scooping ’em out and shoving them down open maws like they do in the […]

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Houston Surpasses Philly in Population

Houston has overtaken Philadelphia as the fifth largest metropolitan area in terms of population according to new analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data. Apparently the […]

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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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Tornado Emergency in Dallas-Fort Worth

This afternoon two tornadoes reportedly touched down in the Dallas area. One was headed toward DFW International airport where travelers and employees were advised to […]

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Abu-Jamal Loses Final Appeal

It’s the end of the road for Former Black Panther and convicted cop-killer Mumia Abu-Jamal, who lost his final appeal to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court […]

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Museum of Art Signs on to Google Art Project

The Philadelphia Museum of Art has joined the Google Art Project. More than 150 partners in 40 countries have signed on to work cooperatively with […]

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Jamie Moyer on the Today Show

Matt Lauer spoke with Jamie Moyer live on Today this morning about the former Phillie’s scheduled start for the Colorado Rockies this weekend, what it’s […]

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