People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Sandra Shachar Scotch-taped a sign to the area surrounding the President’s House, where the Trump administration controversially replaced a slavery exhibit. She’s been threatened with arrest if she does it again.
Fun’s Over: Philly Students Returning to School Before Labor Day
District officials say the move will be the new normal.
Bud Light “Philly Philly” Pack Going for $700 on eBay
It contains one of the packs eight pairs of tickets to the first Eagles game.
Here’s Everything You Need to Know About Today’s Atlantic City Air Show
We’ve got the Atlantic City Air Show schedule and info on where to park for free.
Wells Fargo Center to Switch to 100 Percent Wind Energy
Soon, your Flyers and Sixers games will be powered by a wind farm in Illinois.
Bike Lane Revamp for Spruce and Pine Streets Delayed
The project is expected to take place in the spring, officials say.
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.
I Love My Job: High-Flying Pilot-Doctor-Attorney Jim Beasley Jr.
He talks about representing Taylor Swift, going after Al Qaeda, and what he’ll be flying in Wednesday’s Atlantic City Air Show.
Campaign: Wagner “Caught Off Guard” by Same-Sex Marriage Query
Wagner would veto any bill restricting same-sex marriage rights, a spokesperson said.
Mike Tyler Back in Jail After Posting Selfies From Bar, Says DA
The popular Philly guitarist was on house arrest while awaiting trial for allegedly sexually assaulting a child.
Kurt Vile’s New Music Video Is As Philly As It Gets
It features the Philly musician’s efforts to dodge the PPA.
Mazzoni Fires Diversity and Inclusion Director, Prompting Staff Protest
Kay Martinez, the nonprofit’s first-ever first director of diversity, equity and inclusion, was fired on Monday morning.
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.
This Pizza-Giving, MAGA-Protesting Bike Messenger Says He’s Running for City Council
“You’ve seen me fight in the street — now let me fight in office for you,” reads the campaign slogan for Joe Cox, who spends a lot of his time handing out free slices of pizza — and marching for human rights.
You Can Get a Free Philly Pretzel on Monday
Philly Pretzel Factory is giving them out for its 20th anniversary.
SEPTA, Amtrak Resume Normal Schedules After Frankford Junkyard Fire
The fire comes on the heels of another on the border of Port Richmond and Kensington, covering an entire city block.
Sneak Peek: Inside Philly Mag’s September Issue
Our September issue drops this week. Here’s what’s inside.
