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.
PHOTOS: Scenes From the 2018 Odunde Festival
People and moments that caught our eye at the biggest African street festival in the country.
Kenney, Clarke Denounce Proposal to Replace Philly’s Soda Tax
“Hiking our sales tax is simply not an option for the city,” the officials wrote.
You Can Now Ask Domino’s to Fill Philly’s Potholes
It’s part of the company’s “Paving for Pizza” initiative.
Philly School Called FBI on Pakistani Boy Over This School Project, Says Suit
The parents of the boy are suing Northeast Philly’s St. Dominic Catholic School.
Nicetown Neighbors Continue Fight Against SEPTA Power Plant
A coalition of neighborhood groups is asking the city’s Zoning Board to scuttle the project.
From Phillies to Bhillies: Philadelphia Reacts to “IHOb”
IHOP officially changed its name — and Philly is not on board.
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.
Bucks County School District Prepares for Shooting by Stockpiling Trauma Kits
They’ll help prevent students from bleeding out in the event of a mass shooting.
Wawa’s Secret Menu Gets a Colorful Update
Goodbye, birthday-cake shakes. Hello, rainbow bagels! (Here’s how you can snag one.)
Coming Soon: “Watershed Ice,” Philadelphia’s Newest Treat
Here’s where (and when) you can get some.
Anti–Gun Violence Advocates to Rally on Art Museum Steps
The event will start at 1 p.m. on Monday.
I Sat Through 12 Hours of Taylor Mac’s Philly Show — and Loved It
An R. Eric Thomas review of this bona fide epic.
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.
Severe Flooding Forces Closure of Eastbound Lanes on I-76
After clearing the roadway, PennDOT was able to open one lane for travel shortly before 10 a.m. Monday.
The Re-Re-Re-Re-Rebirth of Atlantic City
When the casinos closed, everybody wrote it off. What if everybody was wrong?
Meet “The Philly Godfather,” One of America’s Hottest Sports Betting Experts
His rise to hotshot gambling guru may be the least interesting part of his story.
What to Expect at Philly’s New Rail Park
Phase one opens this Thursday. Here’s what the rest of the park might look like — if everything breaks the right way.
