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What Happened to Chris Rabb?

Sixteen years ago, he wrote a book touting conscious capitalism. Now he’s a Democratic Socialist hanging out with controversial podcaster Hasan Piker. Did he change — or did America?


Longform

How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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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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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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Lower Merion Parents Outraged Over “Mega School” Plans

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


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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Jayson Werth Tried to Show Philly Some Love Last Night

It didn’t go well.

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Northern Liberties Trolley Crash Kills Woman, Injures Kids

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

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Panic Near 30th Street Station Leads to SEPTA Chaos

Rumors of a fire prompted passengers to evacuate a train.

News

Here’s Mayor Kenney’s Plan to Save the Planet

He unveiled his climate change agenda on Wednesday.

News

All Those Philly Soda Tax Ads Cost $5.4 Million This Year

Meanwhile, WIP’s Howard Eskin blasts the sugary beverage tax for free on Twitter.

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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.


LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: Philadelphia Leather Pride.

News

Spotted in Rittenhouse Square: Bruce Willis

The A-lister and another big-name Hollywood actor are in town shooting the next Shyamalan flick.

News

Teen Killed in Crossfire of Germantown Shootout

Police say three others, including a 13-year-old, were wounded when shots rang out.

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Police Investigating Reports of Sexual Assault at Temple

The incidents allegedly occurred in a dorm and at an off-campus apartment.

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