People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”
The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover
When it comes to death, everyone these days is thinking outside the box.
How Philly Prepared to Host the World Cup
Melissa Piccoli, chief external affairs officer for Philadelphia Soccer 2026, talks FIFA, city pride, and her Philly picks.
Summer of Mann
To celebrate its 50th anniversary — and the nation’s 250th — the West Fairmount Park music venue will unveil a dramatic new look to its campus on Monday.
America’s Greatest Black-Owned Bookstore Community Is Right Here in Philly
More than places to buy books, these neighborhood institutions serve as classrooms, gathering spaces, and engines of change.
Anti-Folk Artist Adam Brodsky Returns With American Epitaph
It’s the Philly singer-songwriter’s first record in 20 years.
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.
What Money-Smart Parents Teach Their Kids
Does your teen have their first summer job? Now’s the time to set them up for success.
Remembering the Brilliant, Joy-Making, Mold-Breaking Dito van Reigersberg
Philly will never be the same.
After 40 Years on Philly TV, Ukee Washington Still Feels Like Family
The beloved anchor reflects on Kobe Bryant, cheesesteaks (with mayo!), his connection to Denzel Washington, and why Philadelphia is unlike any other place to tell a story.
Meet the Man Tasked With Pulling Off Philly’s Biggest Summer Ever
Michael Newmuis takes us behind the scenes of America’s 250th birthday celebration.
The College Essays That Got Philly’s Class of 2026 Accepted
Meet six Philadelphia public-school grads, and read the wise and witty words that helped launch their college careers.
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.
How to Pick Your (Second) Favorite World Cup Squad
From underdogs and Union connections to party starters and title contenders, here’s who to root for.
What Should Go in a Philly Time Capsule?
On July 4th weekend, America 250 will bury a time capsule in Independence National Historical Park. But what should a Philly time capsule really have?
The Untouchable Sheriff
Missing firearms, a no-bid contract, stalled reforms: Why are Rochelle Bilal’s fellow pols still standing by her?
