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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.


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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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N.J. Man Accused of Abandoning Dying Son in Crash

Christopher D. Kuhn was allegedly fleeing police when he ran a red light.

Anti-LGBTQ Talk Canceled at Philly Charter School

Wesley Muhammad accuses the government of creating drugs that make black people LGBTQ.

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Harrisburg Apparently Wants to Kill Philly’s Hotel Industry

State legislators are considering a steep hotel tax increase.

News

Philly’s Worst Outdoor Seating Scofflaws

Franklin Fountain, Smokin’ Betty’s, and Fadó were among those called out for “apparent violations.”

News

South Jersey Woman Arrested in Frying-Pan Killing

The attack went down in a convenience store in Camden County.

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Obama Crashes Women’s Conference With Anniversary Video

The video was broadcast during Michelle’s Q&A.


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

Analysts: Philly’s Among Top 10 Amazon Contenders

Anderson Economic Group has ranked 35 cities.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Philly Trans March 2017.

Philadelphia FIGHT Abruptly Shut Down Y-HEP Drop-In Center

The center closed without notice more than a month ago.

News

VIDEO: Joel Embiid Spotted on Late-Night Rocky Run

A Lyft driver caught the Sixers center jogging through Fitler Square.

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30th Street Station Project Postponed Because… Amazon

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

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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.


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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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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