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.
Pennsylvania SPCA Busts Dogfighting Ring in South Philly
Police arrested more than a dozen people after reportedly raiding an active fight over the weekend.
Chelsea Clinton to Visit Haverford Book Shop on Monday
She’ll sign copies of her latest children’s book.
John Oliver Blasts Mike Jerrick as “Gross” for Treatment of Female Colleagues
“Good lord,” responds the Fox 29 morning host.
Three Outs: A Philly Coming-Out Story
Philadelphia was where I came out of the closet. Heading back home was a different story.
One of Us: Ali Velshi
The MSNBC broadcaster talks life in Bryn Mawr and why he’ll probably freak out if he’s ever stuck in an elevator.
Best Thing: West Chester U’s Top Banana
They were judged to have the most, um, a-peeling campus tradition.
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.
How Snowstorms Help Philadelphia Redesign Its Streets
Welcome to Philly, land of the sneckdown.
Kenney Wants a More Diverse School Board Nominee List
He said the new Board of Education should “represent all Philadelphians.”
New PPA Chief Says Uber and Lyft Need to Disclose More Data
The ride-sharing companies’ secrecy makes them more difficult to regulate, says Scott Petri.
Rhynhart Examining Impact of 10-Year Property Tax Abatement
The controller’s assessment comes as the mayor proposes raising taxes to fund schools.
Philly Council Votes for Sexual Harassment Training for City Workers
Voters will have to approve mandatory training via ballot question.
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.
Philly-Area Students Have District’s Blessing to Participate in National Walkout
Next week, schools nationwide will hold a 17-minute walkout to honor the victims of the Parkland school shooting.
PCHR to Philly FIGHT: “We Stand by Our Gayborhood Racism Report”
The city’s anti-discrimination agency has addressed the demands made recently by Philadelphia FIGHT staff, clients, and board members.
Sunoco Pipeline Shut Down Amid Risk of “Catastrophic” Leak
Multiple sinkholes opened near construction sites in Chester County.
Housing Authority Gets $1.3M Grant to Start Redevelopment Near SRT
Bartram Village is located where the Schuylkill River Trail will soon connect in southwest Philly.
