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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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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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News

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.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

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.


Opinion

Philly NAACP President Should Resign Over Soda-Tax Lobbying

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

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News

Police Search for Prisoner Who Escaped From Temple Hospital

Officials say Alex Alvarado fled from custody on Thursday.

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News

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.

News

Pa. Sues Trump Over Birth Control Coverage

AG Josh Shapiro filed a federal lawsuit in Philly.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

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.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

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.


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News

Gunshot Victim’s Body Pulled From Schuylkill

Police found the body near the Walnut Street Bridge.

News

Caitlan Coleman, Family Freed from Taliban

Caitlan Coleman’s friends are in shock: “I feel like I’m dreaming.”

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DOJ Slams Philly for “Violating” Immigration Law

AG Jeff Sessions sent a “last chance” warning letter to the city.

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Trump Comes to Pa., Talks About Truckers

He spoke outside Harrisburg on Wednesday.

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