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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
Q&A

Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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News

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Q&A

Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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Longform

AI Bots Stole My Music

Latest Stories

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: DVLF’s TOY 10th anniversary.

News

Rich Negrin Joins Philly District Attorney Race

Negrin will challenge incumbent Seth Williams.

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News

Donald Trump Is Holding a Victory Rally in Hershey

It promises to be yuge.

Celebrity Chef Brian Duffy Opens Restaurant in Philly

The new eatery is a partnership between Duffy and Flying Fish Brewing Company.

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News

Jefferson Gets $3M for Cannabis Research

It came from Australia.

Rebecca Yamin displays blue and white bowl from the 1760s
News

This Punch Bowl Tells the Story of Old Philadelphia

It came from a “disorderly house” that served up alcoholic milk — and prostitutes.


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

Philly to Crack Down on Vacant Buildings

The news follows a tragic warehouse fire in Oakland.

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News

PECO: No Explosion at Substation That Sent Foam Into Streets

And it turns out we could have run through it.

News

Feds Seek 17 to 21 Years for Fattah

His sentencing hearing is set for Monday.

PCHR Releases Gayborhood Racism Hearing Transcript

We highlight some important testimony.

News

Millennials Help Spur Strong Retail Growth

There’s not enough room on Rittenhouse Row to hold all the shops.

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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: Election Was a Bomb Dropped on a Calm Neighborhood

Vourvoulias: It sparked something paradoxical: the memory of what will be.

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News

Temple Football Coach Matt Rhule Leaves for Baylor

He led Temple to consecutive 10-win seasons.

News

Parts of MLK Drive, River Trail Closed

Construction will last until January 20th.

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News

PTC to Crack Down on Turnpike Scofflaws

A new law takes effect next year.

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