People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
Binge-Watch “Always Sunny” While You Can: It’s Leaving Netflix
Here’s when you’ll have to say goodbye to the gang.
Voter Turnout Skyrockets in Philly’s DA Race
This election saw the highest vote count for DA since the 1997 race.
White Progressives: Now That You’ve Won, Stop Using Us and Do Something
Owens: After election wins, black and brown communities are going to start holding progressives accountable.
Remembering the Late, Great Roy Halladay
Former teammates and famous fans react to the sudden passing of the Phillies star.
Pennsylvania Inches Toward Property Tax Reform
But Philly largely voted against a potential tax reduction.
Democrat Rebecca Rhynhart Easily Wins City Controller Election
She will be Philly’s first female controller.
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.
“Completely Unelectable” Progressive Larry Krasner Wins DA’s Race
He beat Republican Beth Grossman by more than 40 percentage points.
Roy Halladay, Former Phillies Pitcher, Confirmed Dead in Plane Crash
The 2010 Cy Young Award winner was the lone casualty after his light aircraft crashed into the Gulf of Mexico.
City Nixes Plans for Columbus Boulevard “Super Wawa”
Bart Blatstein wanted a gas station at his riverfront development. L&I said no way.
The Philly Doctors Who Will Soon Be Able to Recommend Medical Marijuana
In case you’re wondering where to turn for medicinal cannabis next year.
Harris and Rhynhart on Philly’s Next Generation of Politicians
The two up-and-comers will talk about the city’s political bench.
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.
Meek Mill Got Exactly What He Deserved
But it was also the stupidest sentence ever, and a massively wasted opportunity.
MSNBC’s Chris Matthews: Joe Biden Will Run for President in 2020
The longtime host of “Hardball” says it’s a “fact” that the former vice president will run.
Police: Penn Student Suffers Fractured Skull in Robbery
Officials are searching for two suspects in the alleged attack.
Philly Sheriff Accused of Sexual Harassment, Genitalia Jokes
A city employee filed the lawsuit against Sheriff Jewell Williams this month.
