People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Jeff Guaracino Takes the Reins at Visit Philly
The whiz gets his shot to run our tourism agency.
Best Thing This Week: Something Truly Terrifying
Who are these strangers at my door?
ThinkFest Preview: The Front Lines of Philadelphia’s Opioid Crisis
A panel featuring Maria Quiñones-Sánchez, Mike Newall and Nydia Han.
I Tried Burger King’s “Philly Cheesesteak Burger” So You Don’t Have To
And within a couple of hours, I was projectile-vomiting all over the place.
Peak fall foliage is officially upon us: Swaths of crispy autumnal tones are spreading across the city landscape, and we are loving it. If you’re […]
The No-B.S. Guide to the 2018 Midterm Election
Everything you need to know before you vote, in an easy-to-read format.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
New Center City Wawa Opens With Free Coffee Weekend
Apparently Wawa’s free coffee weekends are a thing now, and we’re happy about it.
A Definitive Ranking of the Best Halloween Candies, According to a 12-Year-Old
In: Skittles. Out: Almond Joys.
City Council Should Ban Cashless Stores, Because Philly Can’t Afford Them
A bill that proposes to fine Philadelphia businesses that refuse to take cash is unusual in actually acknowledging our poverty crisis.
Remember When Halloween Costumes Used to Be, You Know, Scary?
Yeah, Gritty is great, I guess. But could we please gets some goblins and ghouls back in the game?
Philly-Area Media Chain Tells Readers: Don’t Vote for a Single Republican
“There are some Republicans that do a good job and should be taken seriously,” says the editor. “But they are sort of sacrificial lambs, unfortunately.”
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.
The Next Battle in the War on Cash Will Be Waged In Philadelphia
Two Philly lawmakers say that businesses that refuse to accept cash are discriminating against certain communities.
After Pittsburgh Shooting, More Security at Philly Synagogues
The PPD deployed officers to synagogues and houses of worship this weekend.
