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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.


Q&A

How Do You Host the World Cup? This Philly Soccer Exec Has Been Preparing for Years

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Opinion

The Afterlife Is Getting a Makeover

Q&A

West Philly’s Colman Domingo Is Ready for His Close-Up

Latest Stories

One of Us: Nydia Han

The 15-year Action News veteran tells us about Jim, Cecily, and crashing the company car.

Best Thing: The Phillies End Their Season

All together now: Just wait till next year!

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News

Realtor Charged With Murdering Her Boyfriend in Fishtown

Police say Jeanette B. Wakefield shot and killed Terrance Corrigan IV.

One Year Ago Today, the ICandy N-Word Video Rocked the Gayborhood

Here are the heroes that emerged from that paradigm-shifting moment.

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News

Councilman: Police Failed to Evict Squatter for 2 1/2 Months

David Oh wants to make squatters liable for $300 per day.

News

Man Stabbed to Death Outside Free Library

It happened Friday morning in Center City.


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.


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News

Steve Bannon Endorses Pa. Gubernatorial Candidate

Scott Wagner says he was “emboldened” after a plane ride with Bannon.

LGBTQ&A: Kareem D’Ant

We chat with the outspoken queer musician about his new EP and dealing with internet trolls.

News

ICE Arrests 107 Immigrants in Philly This Week During “Operation Safe City”

There were more arrests here than in any other city during the nationwide sweep.

News

Why You Shouldn’t Be So Quick to Judge Philly ‘Scrappers’ Digging for Trash

Nickels: Many are making an honest living.

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News

Asplundh to Pay $95M in Undocumented Workers Case

Feds say it’s the largest payment ever levied in an immigration suit.

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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

Lower Merion Parents Outraged Over “Mega School” Plans

Some schools in the elite school district are bursting at the seams.

News

Jayson Werth Tried to Show Philly Some Love Last Night

It didn’t go well.

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News

Northern Liberties Trolley Crash Kills Woman, Injures Kids

The woman’s car collided with a trolley near 4th and Girard.

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News

Panic Near 30th Street Station Leads to SEPTA Chaos

Rumors of a fire prompted passengers to evacuate a train.

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