People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Harrowgate Playground Selected As First Rebuild Project
Mayor Jim Kenney’s Rebuild initiative is finally becoming a reality.
Maryland: “We’re Drowning in Pennsylvania’s Trash”
Maryland officials say pollution from the Susquehanna is tainting the Chesapeake Bay.
Here’s How Gerry Lenfest Made Philadelphia Better
In the words of Ed Rendell, Meryl Levitz, and 15 other prominent Philadelphians.
Antifa Protesters “Attack” Right-Wing Figures at Green Eggs Cafe
But only a glass of water was harmed.
The Real Trouble With Trigger Warnings
The impulse behind trigger warnings is a good one. But they’re now being used for a very different purpose.
A Guide to Road Closures and Parking Restrictions for Philly Free Streets
Don’t park your car along this stretch of North Broad Street on Saturday.
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.
Philly Philanthropist H.F. “Gerry” Lenfest Dies at 88
Lenfest and his wife donated more than $1 billion to civic organizations.
WATCH: Joel Embiid’s Future Was (Briefly) in This Tiger Cub’s Jaws
The Sixers center and social media darling posted a video on Instagram Sunday showing himself cooing over lion cubs — and getting bit by one.
Philly-Born Astronaut to Lead 2019 Space Launch
Chris Ferguson was born in Northeast Philly and graduated from Drexel University.
Philly to Issue Municipal ID Cards Beginning in January
Mayor Kenney said the cards were a priority after taking office in 2016.
Meet Mike Newall, Poet Laureate of the Opioid Epidemic
The Inquirer columnist has a simple mission: to make sure you don’t look the other way.
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 Era of the Comcast Joke Is Officially Over
Our long-derided hometown cable giant has become one of the most important and influential companies in the world. It’s time for Philly to embrace that.
Best Thing This Week: Joel Embiid’s Pickup Game
Young man, put that museum down right now!
How Philly Became a Front in the War on Knockoff Swag
From fake Yeti mugs to bogus Rolex watches, officials here are seizing a ton of counterfeit merchandise.
Shawn Mendes to Play Free Show to Start Eagles Season
It’s part of the NFL Kickoff Experience happening this September.
