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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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Feds Say Philly Mail Carrier Was Used in Marijuana-by-Priority Mail Scheme

So THAT’s how you’re all getting your weed from California.

News

An I-95 Traffic Sign Got Pretty Rude About Delco Over the Weekend

A digital board positioned just before the Ridley Park exit was hacked twice on Sunday, PennDOT says.

News

This Video Is as Close as You’ll Get to the Inside of Grace Kelly’s House

The now-restored colonial in East Falls where the Hollywood icon grew up will not be open to the public.

Best Thing: New England Admits Who the Real GOAT Is

Hint: He’s not married to Giselle.

News

New Jersey Considers Smoking Ban on All Public Beaches

Violators would face fines of $250 or the first offense, $500 for the second, and $1,000 for each subsequent infraction.

News

Mimi Imfurst Admits to Initiating Unwelcome Online Sexual Chats

Gayborhood drag producer Braden Chapman says he regrets that two Drag Wars contestants “felt pressured or obligated to partake in these conversations.”


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.


News

Federal Judge Proposes Compromise in Philly’s Sanctuary City Lawsuit

U.S. District Judge Michael Baylson called the case a “paperwork dispute” that could easily be solved “with the stroke of a pen.”

News

Parents: Wawa Cashier Spilled Cup of Hot Water on Our 3-Year-Old

A Virginia couple claims in a lawsuit that the convenience store chain dispenses water at a “highly dangerous temperature.”

News

Arrest Made in Death of Ex-National Security Advisor’s Father

H.R. McMaster Sr., the father of the general and former Trump cabinet member, was found dead on April 13th at a senior care facility in Roxborough.

News

Report: More Than One-Third of Philadelphians Skip Jury Duty

A study by the First Judicial District found that approximately 200,000 residents ignore a summons each year.

News

Yes, This South Philly Artist Is Exhibiting Photos of Dogs Pooping

“Listen, the dogs are gonna poop whether or not I’m there with the camera,” she insists. “I’m not mistreating them.”

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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.


News

WATCH: Wild Police Chase Ends With Arrest on North Philly Rooftop

A 25-year-old man described by police as a “menace to society” did his best Spider-Man impression before officers closed in.

News

Montco Man Seen With AR-15 Will Likely Be Barred From Owning Guns

Abington’s police chief explains why a man who was apparently attempting to draw police into a 2nd Amendment debate was involuntarily committed.

News

One of the “Worst Landlords in Philadelphia” Sues Over Negative Reviews

Peter Crawford is taking WhoseYourLandlord to court.

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“Weak” Gun Laws in Pa., Other States to Blame for N.J. Crime, Say N.J. Officials

Gov. Phil Murphy says the weapons used in 77 percent of New Jersey’s crimes involving guns were from states other than his own.

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