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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.
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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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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Buses, subways and trolleys will roll again starting this morning
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The SEPTA Strike Hangover Is Slowly Improving

Your afternoon commute might still be hectic.

SEPTA Inconvenience Passes
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Activists Hand Out “SEPTA Inconvenience Passes” for Riders

They say SEPTA should reimburse riders.

SEPTA commuters in long lines at Suburban

7 Takeaways From the SEPTA Strike

A look at the strike’s winners and losers, and what’s likely to follow.

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Neighbors Frightened After Racist Note Found on Cars

It was addressed to “America’s White Female Voters.”

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Mayor Kenney Calls Rudy Giuliani “Nosferatu”

Can Clinton capture the anti-vampire vote?!

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76ers Musings

What can Ersan Ilyasova bring to the 76ers? And what does the trade signify about how the 76ers will proceed going forward?


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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Here Are Details on the Obama and Clinton Rally

Look out for street closures going into effect this morning.

Buses, subways and trolleys will roll again starting this morning
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SEPTA Strike Ends

A new five-year contract agreement was announced at 5:15 a.m.

Why Was 50 Cent in the Gayborhood Last Night?

Two words: Effen vodka.

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The No-B.S. Guide to the 2016 Philadelphia Presidential Election

Here’s everything you need to know for Tuesday.

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The Philly Ballot Questions You’ll See on Election Day, In Plain English

One is kind of shady!

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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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The Other Part of Womanhood No One Told Me About

Spikol: Girlhood, interrupted.

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Society Hill is Closed

As Philly changes, why does the city’s wealthiest neighborhood stay the same?

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Best Thing This Week:

Melania Trump Called for an End to Cyberbullying

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Uber, Lyft Now Legal Across Pennsylvania

Gov. Wolf signed a bill to legalize ride-sharing across the state effective immediately.

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