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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


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The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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Marines Were Attacked, Robbed Near “We the People” Rally in Philly

Police say these guys maced, punched, kicked, and robbed a group of Marine Corps reservists after calling them “Nazis” and “white supremacists.”

News

Thanksgiving and Black Friday Around Philly: The Ultimate Guide

Make the most of the holiday weekend.

News

The California Wildfires Are Bringing Haze to Philly

You weren’t imagining the smog on Monday.

Longform

Sneak Peek: Inside Philly Mag’s Special December Issue

Twenty-four photographers. Twenty-four hours. Our city like you’ve never seen it before.

The Best This Week: ’Bye, Amazon!

You don’t deserve us, if you want to know the truth.

Opinion

White Allies, the “We the People Rally” Is Your Time to Put Up or Shut Up

Calls for a “diverse” crowd to confront what’s shaping up to be a gathering of white nationalists put black and brown lives in danger.


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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What We Know About the Planned “We the People” Rally

The conservative demonstration is expected at Independence Mall on Saturday.

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Snowstorm Recap: Wandering Camel, Happy Gritty, Travel Woes

Thursday’s winter event took most of us by surprise: What started as a lovely, late-morning flurry developed into all hell breaking loose on the streets of […]

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Delco Man Charged With Making “Weapons of Mass Destruction”

Police say they found four deadly devices in his home.

News

Basically, Nobody Has a Clue How Much Snow We’re Getting Today

But that’s not stopping dozens of schools from closing early.

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Owners of 21 Chinese Restaurants Sue Philly for Racial Discrimination

They say that police selectively enforce a curfew law, allowing pizza joints to stay open after 11 p.m. while ticketing Chinese spots.

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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.


Opinion

Philadelphia Dodged a Major Bullet by Not Getting Amazon HQ2

We should be asking ourselves one question: When are we finally going to look inward?

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The First Wintry Mix of the Year Is Coming

It’ll just be here a little later than expected.

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Say Goodbye to the Navy Yard Sea Monster With a Party

The Friday event includes a champagne toast, because of course.

News

Comcast Fires Employee Targeted Over Reported Ties to Hate Group

Andrew Kovalic, an alleged member of the Proud Boys, was the subject of a petition by the Philadelphia-based Media Mobilizing Project.

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