People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year.
How Philly’s New Street Lights Could Actually Be Harmful
High-intensity LED lights may pose health risks to humans and animals.
Here’s When Spruce Street Harbor Park Will Open for the Summer
Mark your calendars and get ready to lounge on the hammocks once again.
Community College of Philadelphia Drops “Colonials” Nickname
CCP mascot Colonial Phil is a reminder of our country’s history of prejudice and oppression, students said in a 2016 petition.
Parents of Suicide Victim: Penn Ignored Student’s Pleas for Help
The parents of Olivia Kong, who died in April 2016, have sued the school.
It’s Finally About to Feel Like Spring in Philadelphia
At long last! Warmer temperatures are on the way this weekend.
Temple Claims New Football Stadium Won’t Create Parking Issues
The school currently controls about 5,000 parking spaces.
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.
Bill Introduced in State House Would Kill Philly’s Soda Tax
A state representative from suburban Pittsburgh called taxes on food and beverages “revenue grabs.”
Sunoco, Activists Offer Competing Rewards for Info on Pipeline Vandal
Sunoco was quick to blame the damage on environmental activists.
When Saving a Life Could Cost Me My Own
The surgeon general’s recommendation that Americans start carrying an overdose-reversing drug ignores the racial stigma that makes it dangerous.
Wawa Is Offering Free Coffee (And a New Secret Menu) on Thursday
Our favorite dairy business–turned–convenience store is celebrating its 54th birthday.
Philly Man Pretended to Be a Rich Prince to Lure Kids Online, Say Feds
It turns out that “Prince Daniel David De’Rothschild” of Beverly Hills wasn’t either.
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.
Police Release Video of Arson Suspect in Yards Brewery Fire
Anyone with information regarding the unidentified suspect is urged to contact PPD’s citywide Arson Task Force.
Cop Arrests 12-Year-Old Northeast Boy Seen Carrying an AR-15
Two youths were booked over the weekend after witnesses reported seeing them with guns.
Meet the Philly-Area Women Who Are Running for Congress
This year could be a game-changer for representation in Pa.
