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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Ed Rendell Reveals He Has Parkinson’s Disease

By going public, Rendell hopes to inspire people who think they might have symptoms of the disease to see a doctor.

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Police Searching for Minivan Driver in Hit-and-Run

The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday.

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Mike Pence to Speak in Rittenhouse Square on Tuesday

Protesters plan to gather before the vice president addresses a GOP fundraiser at the Rittenhouse Hotel.

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Philly Under Code Orange as Heat Wave Continues

You might want to avoid going outside on Monday.

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Philly Pols Keep It in the Family

This Father’s Day, three iconic city politicians can look on in pride at the exploits of their progeny.

Best Thing: Meet Me By the Water

Who needs a hero … or two?


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

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.


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Sneak Peek: Inside Philly Mag’s July Issue

Our July issue drops this week. Are you ready to put your Philly knowledge to the test?

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You Can Now Visit a Tiny Farm in Front of City Hall

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s “Farm for the City” opened on Friday morning.

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Here’s How 127 Lucky Eagles Fans Can Get Super Bowl Rings

And by lucky, we mean willing to shell out more than $10,000 apiece for a replica of what the champs received on Thursday night.

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Philly Saw a Record Number of Tourists Last Year (Again)

Our top feeder country was Canada — guess they didn’t see what we said about poutine.

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Ocean City Has Officially Banned Smoking on the Beach

A new measure will go into effect in 20 days.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

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.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

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.


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The Justice System Is Screwing Meek Mill. Is It Also Screwing the Cop Who Arrested Him?

Reggie Graham, the cop who collared Meek Mill in 2007, has emerged as a stand-in for bad police everywhere. But that’s not the whole story.

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PHOTOS: Philadelphia’s First Rail Park Is Officially Open

Here are scenes from the ribbon-cutting celebration.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Raspberry Royale’s Church Show and Brunch

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Cecily Tynan Accused of Assaulting South Philly Woman at U2 Concert

Brittany Lewandowski has filed a private criminal complaint against Tynan, who was not arrested.

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