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Philadelphia’s Next Great Era Begins Now

Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776


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Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not

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She Transformed Bok Into a Creative Force. Now Lindsey Scannapieco Is Taking on Broad Street

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Pat Croce: Doing Chemo on Everest

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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.

A Better Way to Exit a Crowded SEPTA Train

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


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

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

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.


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.

News

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.

News

Philly Sex Offender Sues Big Tobacco for $50 Million

He started smoking Kools as a teenager.

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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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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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Police Search for Prisoner Who Escaped From Temple Hospital

Officials say Alex Alvarado fled from custody on Thursday.

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