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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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Restaurant Owner Says Union Protest Has Been Good for Business

Plenty Cafe’s Anthony Mascieri explains.

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Health Department: Air Quality Worsened During SEPTA Strike

More people drove, so air quality dropped.

News

Eight U.S. Political Parties That Withered Away

It could happen to your favorite party, too.

Constitution Center press conference from December 2015
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Pa. Paid Lawyer a Grand to Stand on Constitution Center Stage

He was at a press conference held by then-Attorney General Kathleen Kane.

News

Contract That Ended SEPTA Strike in Question

Union president Willie Brown says he’s worried members may reject the deal.

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Wolves Dismantle Sixers 110-86

The Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to a 110-86 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers behind 35 points from Andrew Wiggins.


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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Sixers vs Wolves Preview

Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns square off for the first time in their careers as the Sixers go for their first winning streak since the 2014-15 season.

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Tax Gap Between Philly and Suburbs Is Shrinking

It’s not great – but it’s getting better.

News

Here’s the Guy Arrested for Wednesday’s Drone Incident In Philly

It happened during the protests in Center City.

News

Trump Can’t Register Muslims, Can Easily Launch Nukes

A Penn legal expert explains.

This All Seems Very Familiar, Say Philly Holocaust Survivors

Two men who lived through Hitler see echoes in current events.

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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.


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Hot Air Balloon Lands in Kensington Field

It came all the way from Chester County.

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Protests Continue in Center City, at Philly Colleges

Demonstrators protested the FOP for supporting Trump.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Our pick: the International Transgender Day of Remembrance.

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Sixers Win 109-102

The Sixers beat the Washington Wizards 109-102 for their second win of the season. Jahlil Okafor led the way with 19 points.

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