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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


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The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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Wawa Welcome America Just Unveiled Its 2018 Schedule

There’s a lot to be excited for.

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LOVE Sculpture Creator Robert Indiana Dies at 89

“It was a marvelous idea, but it was also a terrible mistake,” the pop art icon once said of his most famous work.

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Cherry Hill School Apologizes for “Party Like It’s 1776” Prom Invites

They told students to “party like it’s 1776” for an American Revolutionary War theme.

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WATCH: Joel Embiid Chickens Out on a Water Slide

It took the Sixers star a handful of aborted attempts before he finally conquered his fear on vacation in the Bahamas.

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Palestinian Protest Leader Explains Why Philly Orchestra Should Skip Israel

Saturday was a dramatic night at the Kimmel Center. We called organizer Susan Abulhawa to find out why.

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Construction for Protected Bike Lane Trial Begins in Center City

The city is removing a traffic lane each on portions of Market Street and JFK Boulevard as part of a nine-month pilot program.


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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Our Favorite Photos From the Italian Market Festival

In case you need more evidence that the celebration is one of Philly’s best.

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Arrest Warrant Issued for Ex-Con Accused of Faking His Way Into Philly Schools

Jerez Stone-Coleman allegedly entered three schools by pretending to be a DJ earlier this month.

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Meet the Philly Artisans Who Have Hit the Big Time

Convinced everything worth coveting is made somewhere else? Think again.

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Shore Drama Update!

We catch you up on the hot action during the cold months since you last felt the sweet sting of sunburn.

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Staying In Is The New Going Out

If you prefer to wrap yourself up in a blanket burrito on a Friday night, know you’re not alone.

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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.


Best Thing This Week: La Salle’s New Campus Hero

How do you stop a bank robber? Go all Syrio Forel on him, naturally.

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Sneak Peek: Inside Philly Mag’s June Issue

Our June issue drops this week. Here’s what’s inside.

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DA’s Office Releases Video of New Suspect in Israeli Flag Vandalism

Antoine Guyton, the man initially arrested by PPD on Tuesday, will still face criminal charges in the case.

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Fed-Up Neighbors Sue Chestnut Hill Market Over “Nuisance” Beer Garden

A coalition of concerned Hillers say the revamped Market at the Fareway violates a 1981 property agreement with residents.

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