People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
City Council Bill Could Hinder Plans for Protected Bike Lanes
Its introduction comes as cyclists renew their push for safer streets.
Jason Kelce to March With Mummers This Weekend In Manayunk
The Eagles center (and saxman extraordinaire) is now a card-carrying member of Avalon String Band.
Philly Teachers Respond to Calls for Guns in Schools
Educates are using #ArmMeWith to voice their opinions.
Pa. AG Josh Shapiro on Opioids, Restoring Trust, and Suing the President
Our state’s top law enforcement officer discusses his whirlwind first year in Harrisburg.
New Mural Arts Project Honors the Legacy of Octavius Catto
Fittingly, a new mural depicting the historic black educator will go up on the side of a school.
Writer Sofiya Ballin on Going Solo for “Black History Untold”
The former Inquirer reporter focuses on the future of Blackness in the latest edition of her lauded identity project.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
Exploding Manhole Closes Part of Market Street in Old City
Police and PECO are investigating the source.
The Streets Department Has Filled 17,298 Potholes So Far in 2018
Yes, that figure is totally accurate, and we can’t believe it either.
NAACP Considering Challenging Pa.’s New Congressional Map
The organization says the boundaries might hinder minority voters.
Alex Trebek to Moderate Pennsylvania Gubernatorial Debate This Fall
Candidates will not be required to answer in the form of a question.
DA Krasner Will Drop Cash Bail for Most Non-Violent Crimes
The move comes weeks after City Council called for such action.
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.
Penn Student: Center City Taco Bell Used Racial Slur on Receipt
In Young Lee was called a “chink” on an order slip at the fast-food chain over the weekend.
Mistrial Declared in Joey Merlino’s Federal Racketeering Case
“Thank God for the jury,” said the (former?) Philly mobster as he left a Manhattan courthouse on Tuesday.
Dive Bar Oscar’s Tavern Is Closed for Health Violations
You’ll have to go elsewhere to drink cheap beer for now.
