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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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News

30th Street Station Project Postponed Because… Amazon

The city’s eyeing nearby land for its pitch to the online retail giant.

Opinion

OPINION: It’s Time for Responsible Gun Owners to Step Up

Ruben: Stop using NRA talking points to shut down the discussion on guns.

News

Police Arrest Man in Shooting of a 6-Year-Old

Abdul Holmes now faces attempted murder and weapons charges.

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Here Are Details on Philly’s Vigil for Las Vegas

The event will take place on Tuesday evening.

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News

Get Excited: Michelle Obama Is Speaking In Philly Today

It’ll be one of her first public talks since leaving the White House.

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News

This Elementary School Is Going on Day 5 of No Water

Glenwood Elementary officials noticed a “slight rust color” to the water last week.


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.


News

Carson Wentz’s Response to Vegas: “The World Needs Jesus”

The Eagles’ QB got roasted on Twitter for his remarks.

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How a Local Business Made Trump Look Very Smart

Marks: Asplundh Tree Co.’s violations enable the anti-immigration movement.

News

Eagles Fans Drowned Out Home Crowd in California

The Chargers’ StubHub Center became the Linc West yesterday.

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News

Bob Casey Urges Stricter Gun Control in Wake of Vegas Massacre

Other pols also weighed in on the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history.

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Black Lives Matter Protests Fundraiser for Cop Who Shot David Jones

Activists gathered outside the FOP lodge.

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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.


News

Baby Found in Trash Bag in Rhawnhurst

Police are investigating.

How Rebecca Rhynhart Pulled Off the Political Upset of the Year

Is it a sign of the ground shifting in Philly?

News

Lousy Teams, Great Games

Take comfort, Philly fans, even the worst of teams can turn in an instant classic.

One of Us: Nydia Han

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

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