Longform

To Stave Off Gentrification, Kensington Becomes Its Own Landlord

How one special sliver of the city is redefining what smart neighborhood development can look like in Philadelphia … and far beyond.


News

New Documentary Boys to Fame Tells the Most Tender Eagles Story You’ve Probably Never Heard

Q&A

The Man at the Forefront of the Battle Over Philly’s Slavery Memorial Tells All

Longform

Inside the Philadelphia Art Museum’s Epic Meltdown

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Someone Who Matters Thinks Philly Has a Shot at Amazon

Here’s where Philly landed on this popular investment service’s rankings.

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Inquirer Endorses Republican Beth Grossman for DA

The surprising plug adds to an already-interesting race.

News

Philly Woman Says Marathon Grill Manager Told Her “We Don’t Serve Your Kind”

Marathon Grill says the company is sorry that she “felt mistreated.”

Opinion

Why Imperfect John McCain Deserves the Liberty Medal

Nickels: But be thankful that he never became president.

News

Philly Moves to Prohibit Offensive Symbols on City Property

City Council members have introduced a regulatory bill.

What the Hell Is Going On at the Pennsylvania Ballet?

Taking stock of the Angel Corella era.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


A Better Way to Exit a Crowded SEPTA Train

Fume no more, commuters. We’ve got you covered.

News

Best Thing: Dallas Sucks Even More

Hey, Cowboys? This one’s for you. Don’t worry; we’re buying.

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UNESCO Withdrawal Won’t End Philly’s World Heritage Status

We spoke to the nonprofit that promotes the city’s prestigious “Heritage City” status.

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Halloween Movies on the Big Screen at Schmidt’s Commons

The outdoor event series at the Piazza runs through October 31st.

LGBTQ&A: Sam Mink

We chat with the third-generation restaurant owner.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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Philly Sex Offender Sues Big Tobacco for $50 Million

He started smoking Kools as a teenager.

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Trump Picks Philly Native to Head NOAA, and Not Everyone Is Happy About It

Barry Myers is the CEO of AccuWeather.

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SEPTA Cautiously Monitoring Boston Train Tests in China

Philly’s transit authority wants to make sure we haven’t put our faith and $137 million in the wrong hands.

Opinion

Philly NAACP President Should Resign Over Soda-Tax Lobbying

Owens: Minister Rodney Muhammad was not transparent about taking money.

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