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It Is Now Safe to Care About the Flyers

In a season full of ups and downs, first-year head coach Rick Tocchet and an unexpected core of rising stars has given the city’s most devoted fan base — and Bryce Harper — hope.


Guides

Candidate Crib Sheet: The Race to Replace Dwight Evans

Opinion

Why Philly Needs an Ona Judge Day

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Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not

Latest Stories

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News

Kenney’s Deleted Messages: Not a Conspiracy, but the Law Losing to Tech

The mayor deleting all of his text messages isn’t a good look. But the real story here is about the challenges of record-keeping in a paper-free era — and the city’s failure to adapt.

News

Omar Woodard on Why He’s Challenging 20-Year Incumbent Darrell Clarke

“It is well past time that a new generation of Philadelphians finds a seat at the table,” says the 35-year-old North Philadelphia native.

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Overachiever Alert: Penn Student Wins Oscar While Still Enrolled In School

Claire Sliney is gunning to become the most accomplished Penn alum in showbiz. John Legend better watch out — even he didn’t win his Academy Award until after, y’know, graduation.

News

Yes, Gritty Went Streaking at the Linc Over the Weekend

Apparently our favorite mascot has a bright blue belly button.

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Vanguard Charitable Has a Hate Group Problem

The Main Line investment giant’s independent charitable arm has been funneling millions in anonymous client cash to organizations deemed hate groups.

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Columnist Jenice Armstrong on “Sexy Singles,” Getting Doxxed, and Her Best-Ever Philly Meal

21 questions with the veteran Inquirer and Daily News journalist.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

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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John McNesby’s Massive Influence on Philadelphia Policing

As FOP president, his political base is small, but his power is huge.

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Manny Machado, Bryce Harper and Philly’s Unhealthy Obsession With “Hustle”

We’ve got to get over this, people.

Best Thing: Small Dogs Go to La Salle

What, making the dean’s list isn’t responsibility enough?

News

BBWC Co-Founder Charged in Jannie Blackwell Protest at City Council Meeting

Activist Abdul-Aliy Muhammad faces charges on seven counts, including aggravated assault and reckless endangerment, over an incident at City Hall on Thursday.

News

Allan Domb Wants to Impose City Council Term Limits

But unsurprisingly, other politicians aren’t having it.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

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.


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The City Commissioner’s Office Just Chose Philly’s New Voting Machines

Here’s why watchdog officials and citizen advocates aren’t happy with the decision.

News

Philly-Inspired Tarot Cards From Viral Kickstarter Campaign On Sale Now

You can thank Philly Mag for commissioning the artwork that spawned the deck.

News

Activists Threatened, Allegedly Attacked During Protest at Blackwell Campaign Event

Protesters criticizing the longtime councilwoman’s use of councilmanic prerogative claim that they were “terrorized” for trying to hold her accountable.

News

21 Things You Just Can’t Escape on a Philly Snow Day

All of the tropes of a snow day in Philly, all in one place.

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