People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Yes, We’re Getting More Snow Tonight
And it might actually mess with Tuesday’s morning commute.
Here’s How to Find and Report Unapproved Street Blockages
The city just launched a new interactive map that allows you to track road obstructions.
And They’re Off: Mayor Kenney Launches Reelection Bid
Philly’s had two-term mayors ever since Wilson Goode in 1984. But challengers are in the offing.
Katherine Gilmore Richardson Wants to Become Philly’s Youngest Black Council Member
The millennial candidate is aiming to succeed her former boss, Blondell Reynolds Brown.
Journalists Union Declares No Confidence in Inquirer Publisher
The move is a significant escalation in the fight between publisher Terry Egger and NewsGuild members over their pension plan and stagnant salaries.
People Laughed When This Philly Lawyer Sued Led Zeppelin. Nobody’s Laughing Now.
Francis Malofiy may be the most hated man in the Philadelphia legal community.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
Best Thing This Week: Putting the Cheese Back in American “Cheese”
Make American “cheese” cheese again!
This South Philly Firefighter Wants to Rename Broad Street to Honor the Eagles
And on the first anniversary of the Super Bowl parade, this is an idea we officially endorse.
Here’s a Philly-Style Green New Deal You Can Actually Help With Today
The Center City District Foundation is currently sponsoring a fundraiser to plant 200 new trees on our downtown streets.
The Biggest Sports Busts in Philly History, Ranked
Markelle Fultz isn’t the only athlete who failed to live up to his potential here.
The Borgata Chases After Poker Star Phil Ivey for $10 Million
The ten-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner was ordered by a judge to return money he won from the casino using a scheme to exploit playing card defects. Thus far, the Borgata has been unable to collect.
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.
How Philly’s New Sexual Misconduct Policy Is (and Isn’t) Working
City Controller Rebecca Rhynhart weighs in six months after her scathing report.
PPA Is Doling Out More Tickets to Cars Parked in Bike Lanes
The number of tickets written for vehicles blocking bike lanes rose 17 percent in 2018.
Philly Pols Roast Trump After State of the Union Address
One state rep’s review: “The State of the Union is that it’s a shooting gallery controlled by ammosexual gundamentalists.”
This Philly Woman Is Fighting How Black People Are Portrayed in Horror Films
Her fascinating documentary Horror Noire premieres this week on AMC Network’s Shudder streaming service.
