People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
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.
Mazzoni Center Faces Backlash Over New CEO Hire
Some say the new CEO/executive director lacks the right experience to run a LGBTQ-centered organization.
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.
Here’s Who’s on Philly’s Brand-New Board of Education
The nine members will oversee Philly schools and their $3B budget.
Sesame Place Makes History With Autism Designation
The Bucks County theme park is the first in the world to become a Certified Autism Center.
Who Is Philly’s Best Athlete of All Time?
Vote now for a chance to win tickets to our Best of Philly bash!
Pennsylvania Joins Lawsuit Over Census Citizenship Question
The Trump Administration wants it reinstated for 2020’s survey.
Despite Support in High Places, Meek Mill Denied Bail Again
The North Philly rapper’s attorney says Judge Genece Brinkley’s latest ruling reaffirms her “personal vendetta” in his client’s case.
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.
Sunoco Offers to Relocate Residents While It Analyzes Sinkholes
The company will cover temporary food and housing costs.
How a Novelist From Seattle Became Head of the Italian Market
James McCrone on the fate of the Rizzo mural and the plot of his next political thriller.
Villanova’s Big Win: Scenes From the Main Line
Students celebrated the Wildcats’ second national championship in three years by lighting fires and climbing greased poles.
Councilman Green Holds Hearing on Diversity at Philly Nonprofits
Green says he’s calling for “adequate representation of people of color in roles of leadership” at organizations in the Gayborhood and beyond.
