People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
Yuengling Ranks Among 25 Best-Selling Beers in America
It stands alongside Bud Light and Pabst Blue Ribbon (another Philly favorite).
West Philly Is Holding a Huge Aretha Franklin Tribute
It’s part of the N2N Festival happening on September 8th.
This Man Says Memories in Margate Wouldn’t Let Him In Because He’s Black
“I am not a racist,” insists Memories in Margate owner Jerry Blavat. “These guys were just troublemakers.”
This South Philly Artist Turned Her Vagina Into Art
Katie Nocella says art depicting vaginas is more relevant than ever in this #MeToo age of empowerment.
Coming Soon: Pulse, Fountain Art at Dilworth Park
Pulse features sheets of colorful mist that move with the subways and trolleys underground.
Summer’s Not Over: Heat Advisory Issued for Philly
Heat index values could reach 104 degrees Fahrenheit this week.
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.
Philly Schools Will Send Students Home Early Due to “Excessive Heat”
This is exactly what some parents and teachers warned about when the district announced an earlier start date.
Stevie Wonder Just Showed the World How It’s Done
His two-and-a-half hour performance at the Borgata this weekend puts most musicians these days to shame.
Person of Interest in Ex-Playboy Model’s Murder Sought by Police
Authorities released surveillance footage related to the case on Monday.
PennDOT to Open 13 REAL ID Centers
You’ll be able to pick up your ID over-the-counter at the centers in March.
Watch: Cop Punches Antifa Protester During Violent Clash in Center City
“We are investigating the entire circumstances internally,” a police spokesperson told Philly Mag on Monday afternoon.
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.
Philly Wants to Keep Its Amazon Proposal Secret
The city is fighting attempts to reveal its $545,000 proposal in court.
Millennials Are Drowning in Student Debt
They may have energized our city, but their student loan debt could crush the city.
5 Philly Artists You Need to See This Fall
From dance to theater to rock, these are the names to watch.
Does Philly Even Care About Its Musical Heritage?
Enough with cheesesteaks and the Liberty Bell. Can we get a tourism campaign around our amazing music scene?
