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Love, Loss, and a Main Line Ponzi Scheme: The Amazing Second Chapter of Kami Verne

After her husband swindled some of Philadelphia’s wealthiest people, decimated her picture-perfect Main Line life, and went to prison, Kami Verne doubled down on the only thing she still trusted: love.


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Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

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Fight at the Museum: Inside the Collapse of the Academy of Natural Sciences

A rat like the ones in Philadelphia PETA wants us to stop poisoning
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PETA’s Answer for Philly’s Massive Rat Problem? Birth Control

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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.

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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.”

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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.”

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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.”

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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.

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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.


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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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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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.

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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.

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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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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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Voters to Settle Policy on Sexual Harassment Training for City Employees

Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown has sponsored a primary ballot measure to make the training mandatory for all city workers.

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SEPTA Considers Dropping Transfer Fees as Part of Bus Network Overhaul

The potential move is said to have an impact on the bus system’s eventual redesign.

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Sit-In Planned for Haters of the LOVE Park Redesign

Outraged by the lack of seating at the new JFK Plaza, a group of Philadelphians have planned a lawn-chair takeover on Tuesday afternoon.

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The Next Philly Free Streets Destination: North Broad

The third installment of the popular automobile-free event will take place on August 11th.

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