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.
Meet the Philly-Area Women Who Are Running for Congress
This year could be a game-changer for representation in Pa.
Krasner Establishes Advisory Committee for Crime Victims
The move comes amid news that the DA’s Office has lost a quarter of its senior staff since Philly’s top prosecutor took office.
Pitbull Will Headline Philly’s 4th of July Concert on the Parkway
We’re guessing he’ll leave his sexist and NSFW material at home. Right, Pitbull?
Sing, Bake, Slay, Repeat: How Patti LaBelle Conquered the World. Again.
The Godmother of Soul has parlayed a talent for cooking into a multimillion-dollar empire.
Best Thing: Philly Sports Crashes Back to Earth
The Eagles! The Sixers! ’Nova Nation! Uh … Gabe Kapler?
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.
Township Clerk Accused of Embezzling $250K, Spending It on QVC Binges
According to the Chester County DA, Donna Groff blamed the thefts on her “shopping addiction.”
PHOTOS: Sylvester Stallone Just Visited the Rocky Statue
The Rocky actor surprised some lucky tourists.
South Philly Diner Takes On the NRA, Pro-Lifers, and Donald Trump
“If we were in Arkansas, we’d probably have no windows by now,” says the restaurant’s owner.
Pew Report: Philly Remains the Poorest of America’s 10 Largest Cities
Nearly half of the city’s 400,000 poorest residents live in deep poverty.
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.
Michelle Obama Is Coming to Philadelphia in May
She’ll hold College Signing Day at the Liacouras Center.
PHOTOS: Scenes from the Villanova Parade
Hundreds of students flocked to Center City on Thursday.
Fired Philly CIO Says He Was Told City IT Department Was “Too White”
Longtime city employee Charlie Brennan is suing Mayor Kenney and other city officials for discrimination.
Jimmy Fallon and Black Thought Want You to Be Their Philly Hosts
“The Tonight Show” host is expecting a home-cooked meal.
