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.
Sexual Assault Survivors to Rally in Support of Kavanaugh Accusers
They’ll gather with advocates in Dilworth Park on Monday afternoon.
Police: 7-Year-Old Dies After Falling Between Subway Cars
Authorities say the boy was selling candy when he slipped onto the tracks.
Best Thing This Week: He’s Baaack!
Son, take us to the mountain again.
Domb to Introduce Bill Ending DROP for New Non-Union Employees
The legislation is part of a long-term goal to end the costly pension program altogether.
“W. Wilson Goode, Sr. Way” Is Another Rizzo Statue in the Making
How could City Council members honoring the mayor who approved the MOVE bombing not see the parallels?
Police Still Searching for Rogue Gator in South Jersey Woods
Cellphone footage shows the creature waddling around a backyard.
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.
The Era of the Hologram Concert Has Finally Arrived
The country’s first hologram concert tour is coming to Philly. Aren’t we lucky?
Philly’s Largest Wawa (So Far) to Open With Free Coffee
The store will offer free joe not just on opening day, but all weekend.
Krasner Announces Big Shakeup in Homicide Unit of DA’s Office
The move by the DA represents real revolution — and maybe some risk.
Prepare for Traffic Headaches in Philly This Weekend
Fall festival season is in full swing, and that means road closures.
How You Can Help Us Tell the Story of #OneDayInPhilly
What does your Philadelphia look like? We want to know.
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.
Free Pop-Up Philadelphia Orchestra Concerts on Monday
The orchestra’s annual audience appreciation series is back.
Remnants of Florence Will Bring Rain to Philly
The area could see localized flash flooding on Tuesday.
Best Thing This Week: A Very Wet Vacation
We’d like to say nothing could dampen our spirits, but …
