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.
The Great Philly Mag Semiquincentennial Quiz: Part 5
Test your Philly history knowledge. This month: the 1800s!
Philadelphia’s Next Great Era Begins Now
Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776
EGOT Benj Pasek Has Given Philly Major Bragging Rights
His show Dear Evan Hansen opens at the Arden this week.
Delco Politician Slams Vocal Critic With Lawsuit Over a Facebook Post
It’s the 25-year-old councilmember versus a 66-year-old grandma.
Your Guide to the 2026 Primary Election
All the candidates — Democratic and Republican — on Philadelphians’ ballots on May 19, 2026
A Love Letter to the Pine Barrens
What it was like to grow up as a Piney in New Jersey’s hidden ecological wonderland
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.
Legends and Lore of the Pine Barrens
Most people have heard about the Jersey Devil. But the Pine Barrens is brimming with spooky specters, unexplained phenomena, and paranormal entities — or at […]
Financial Scams Are Surging — Here’s How to Avoid Them
Local specialists share the red flags and smart habits that can protect you.
Market East’s Big Summer Experiment: Meantime on Market
Meantime on Market is transforming six empty storefronts into laboratories for a different kind of downtown comeback.
The PGA Championship, By the Numbers
All the stats on the PGA Championship, coming to Newtown Square’s Aronimink Golf Club May 11th to 17th
Mom Knows Best: The Mothers of Successful Philadelphians Tell All
We asked the moms of Marc Vetri, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Alex Holley, and more to share their memories and secrets.
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.
Sean Agnew, Storied Philly Concert Promoter, Tells All
He reflects on 30 years in business, playing basketball with Kobe Bryant, and his strange, strange trip to North Korea.
One Easy Revenue-Raising Idea for Philly
There are only two options for generating more money to fund schools and city services — and one is clearly better than the other.
Dave Grohl Gives Hooters Drummer a Huge Moment at Surprise Foo Fighters Show
Main Line musician David Uosikkinen taught the band’s new drummer when the latter was just a kid.
The Creative Force Behind Bok Is Taking on Broad Street
The city’s most soulful developer takes on her most important project yet: breathing new life into the former UArts campus.
