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Data Center Opponents Stage Halloween Protest at City Hall

’Tis the season for Jeff Bezos masks and angry pumpkins.


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Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

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Fight at the Museum: Inside the Collapse of the Academy of Natural Sciences

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Pat Croce’s New Book Is All About Spirituality

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Delco Man Accused of War Crimes Convicted of Fraud, Perjury

Mohammed Jabbateh has lived outside Philly for two decades.

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Spitting in Philly’s Face, NFL Decides to Hold Next Draft in Dallas

And people wonder why Eagles fans are so ornery …

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Students Pose With Swastika-, KKK-Carved Pumpkins

The disturbing image is making the rounds online.

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What the Pa. Budget Stalemate Could Cost State-Funded Schools

In-state tuition discounts at Temple, Penn State and Pitt are at risk.

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Meet the Philly Women Caught Trashing a 7-Eleven in Viral Video

Watch the crazy melee unfold.

Opinion

Four Better Takeaways From McCain’s Speech

Everyone’s buzzing about the patriotism remarks, but hebut he offered even deeper wisdom.


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.


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Main Line NIMBYites: No Target for Ardmore!

They’re petitioning to keep the retailer out of Ardmore.

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State Rep. Curtis Thomas Disputes Report That He May Retire

The longtime legislator denies a news article that said he was considering stepping down.

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Schuylkill River Body ID’d As Shark Tank Hopeful

According to 6ABC, 58-year-old Philip Reitnour was $3 million in debt and in the process of being sued.

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Someone Who Matters Thinks Philly Has a Shot at Amazon

Here’s where Philly landed on this popular investment service’s rankings.

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Inquirer Endorses Republican Beth Grossman for DA

The surprising plug adds to an already-interesting race.

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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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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.

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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.

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