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Joe Torsella
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For Joe Torsella, the Play’s the Thing

Politics, it turns out, is not. The former state treasurer has drinks and conversation with longtime friend and Fringe founder Nick Stuccio.


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Game On: Why Now Is the Moment for Women’s Sports in Philly

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Philly’s Neighborhood Pharmacies Might Just Save Us. Can We Save Them?

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Analog Your Life: A Philadelphian’s Guide

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It’s Official: Beemer Confirmed as Attorney General

Governor Tom Wolf recommended Beemer after Kane’s trial.

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Philadelphia Police Find Body Floating in Schuylkill River

Police found the body in Grays Ferry, near the Philadelphia Trolley Works.

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Governor Wolf Wants to Decriminalize Small Amounts of Marijuana

He’s not so sure about full legalization, though.

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Reward Now $76K for Shooter of Camden 8-Year-Old

FBI, 76ers responsible for the latest increase.

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Tens of Thousands of Fish Wash Up in Multiple N.J. Fish Kills

They’ve been happening all over.

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Someone in Pa. Covered Their Evergreen Tree in Trump Signs

Call it a Trump Tree. It’s quite a sight to behold.


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.


Katie McGinty, Pat Toomey
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Poll: Toomey Ahead in U.S. Senate Race, Trump Trailing Clinton

The Emerson College poll contrasts slightly with other recent polls.

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Bobby Henon Has Done This 53 Times Since the FBI Raided His Offices

Hint: The answer isn’t ‘talk to the media.’

Gene Wilder, if he were in Trading Places
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Trading Places Was Originally Written for Gene Wilder

Wilder died today at 83.

Phillies to Host Inaugural “Pride Night”

The team is embracing an unofficial event and making it their own.

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In Defense of Trigger Warnings

The director of women’s and gender studies at one local college says the University of Chicago got it all wrong.

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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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Four-Alarm Fire Ravages West Philadelphia Church

The church was reportedly 100 years old and used by five congregations.

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Detaining Asylum-Seekers in Berks Is a Tragedy

Vourvoulias: Detaining their children is immoral.

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Reward to $50k for Suspected Shooter of 8-Year-Old Camden Girl

Gabrielle Hill Carter died on Friday after being struck by a stray bullet on Wednesday.

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North Philadelphia’s Pearl Theatre Closes Abruptly

A “Thank You” and goodbye message glowed outside the location last night.

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