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Candidate Crib Sheet: The Race to Replace Dwight Evans

The 3rd Congressional District has a highly competitive primary for the first time in 35 years. From the son of a former mayor to a famous doctor to a high-profile state representative, here’s what you need to know before you head to the polls.


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How Should We Memorialize Pierre Robert?

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The Forgotten Cemetery

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Why Philly Needs an Ona Judge Day

Latest Stories

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Council Moves to Create Committee on Gun Violence

Plans come about a week after Councilman David Oh was stabbed.

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PPD Investigating Cop’s Fatal Shooting of Dirt Biker

It happened Thursday evening in Feltonville.

The Phillies Will Wear 1980s Throwbacks Twice in July

Burgundy pinstripes at home against the Padres and powder blues on the road in Milwaukee.

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Who Left These Baby Raccoons in a Trash Bag?

The PSPCA wants to know.

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PPD: Thieves Stole $30K in Jewelry From South Philly Home

Police say the incident happened in late May.

Inside Roman Catholic High School’s Expansion and Ambitious Future

The 1890 school at Broad and Vine just broke ground on the first phase of its $25 million campaign.


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

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


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Scott Wagner Thanks John Oliver for Roasting Him

Oliver recently blasted the Pa. senator’s “warm bodies” comment.

Philly Mag’s Best Teacher Award: Meet the Finalists

Vote now for the top K–8 educator in the Philly region.

Doctor J: ‘83 Sixers Would Beat Today’s Golden State Warriors

Doc says the 1982-83 NBA champs had the versatility to overcome the Warriors’ knack for scoring.

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GOP Senate Candidate: Casey Must Denounce Krasner

Jeff Bartos called DA candidate Larry Krasner a “radical leftist.”

Philly’s Pride Flag to Get Two New Stripes: Black and Brown

The reveal is planned for the Pride kick-off at City Hall.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: The First Annual Pride Month Kick-Off at City Hall.

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Police Investigating Sexual Assault in Wawa Bathroom

The incident occurred in a Port Richmond Wawa.

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16-Year-Old Girl Hit by Freight Train in Critical Condition

The incident happened in Southwest Philly this afternoon.

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How Rebecca Rhynhart Defeated Philly’s Democratic Machine

The inside story of her upset victory over City Controller Alan Butkovitz.

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