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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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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Philly’s Manufacturing Slowdown

Not what we wanted to hear

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Danger in South Philly

What gentrification?

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Frank Rizzo’s Campaign Strategy

Councilman skips debate

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The Former Phillie Everyone Should Know

Bill White’s new book

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New Ad Woos Lesbians

Are we the City of Sisterly Love?

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What We Love: More Ab Fab!

Pass the Stoli, sweetie darlings


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.


Morning Scoop: Camden Cancels July 4th

Plus less school for Coatesville students

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Lady Gaga Wants You

Be her monster for a day

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SlutWalkers to Rally in Philly

The rally against rape’s blame game is here

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Save Your Gay Kid

The politics of being despised

WeWontFly.com Gains Steam

Locally based org seeks end to minor touching

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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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Patrick Murphy Launches AG Bid

Hey, he worked the 700 Level

Eagles Player To Become Plumber?

Chad Hall’s hurting

Former Cop Castro Found Guilty

Of one count, anyway

Man Stabbed At Funeral Home

Join the love train

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