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.
Toomey Says He’ll Vote for Brett Kavanaugh
The senator met with the U.S. Supreme Court nominee on Thursday.
City Orders Shutdown of Scrapyard Where Fire Burned
The property must reduce its scrap piles to 10 feet before it can reopen.
Suspect in Sexual Assaults Turns Himself In
Robert Johnson was wanted in connection to series of crimes in West Philly.
N.J. Radio Hosts Off the Air After “Turban Man” Comments
NJ101.5’s Dennis and Judi have been called “abhorrent and xenophobic.”
Trump to Return to Pa. Next Week
He’ll rally for U.S. Sen. candidate Lou Barletta in Wilkes-Barre.
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.
WATCH: Macy’s Does “In my Feelings” Challenge
It’s our favorite take yet on the viral dance craze.
How Philadelphia Created Billy Joel
The hitmaker, who plays Philly on Friday, tells us all about it.
Montco Teacher Under Scrutiny for Moonlighting as “Nazi” Wrestler
Kevin Bean — or “Blitzkrieg, the German Juggernaut,” as he’s known in the ring — has been teaching since 2004.
U.S. Dept. of Education Probes Temple University
The agency is investigating the business school’s online MBA scandal.
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.
N.J. Attorney General Pauses All Weed Prosecutions
An adjournment on municipal marijuana cases will last until September.
Protesters Greet Mike Pence in “Handmaid’s Tale” Costumes
The red cloaks and white bonnets made for quite a spectacle.
Made in America Isn’t Going Anywhere
Kenney and Jay-Z’s reps have agreed to keep the festival on the Parkway.
WATCH: Chase Utley Cheered by Phillies Fans
Utley earned a reputation in Philly from 2003 to 2015 as a “gritty” player.
