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The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

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.


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The Redevelopment of the Old Family Court Building Is Dead

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From Fairmount to the Today Show: The Journey of Sheinelle Jones

Q&A

The Zombies in This Philly Horror Flick Only Eat White People

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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.

A Better Way to Exit a Crowded SEPTA Train

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

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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.


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.


LGBTQ&A: Sam Mink

We chat with the third-generation restaurant owner.

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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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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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Police Search for Prisoner Who Escaped From Temple Hospital

Officials say Alex Alvarado fled from custody on Thursday.

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Pa. Congressman: Puerto Rico Hurricane Victims Aren’t Dying

U.S. Rep. Scott Perry is taking some flak for recent comments.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Philly AIDS Walk.

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Pa. Sues Trump Over Birth Control Coverage

AG Josh Shapiro filed a federal lawsuit in Philly.

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