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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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Rendell: Disband Clinton Foundation (If Hillary Wins)

He’s talking about the election again.

LGBTQ Event of the Week

Plus other awesome events worthy of your attendance.

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Bobby Henon Not Answering Questions About FBI Raid

It’s been 13 days since his office was searched.

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Clinton Announces “Pa. African Americans for Hillary”

Clarke, Evans, Blackwell, Reynolds Brown and Nutter headline the list of prominent Philly pols on the leadership council.

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So, Where Is Olympic Silver Medalist Nia Ali From?

Philly? New Jersey? Somewhere else?

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11 Things About the Philadelphia Folk Festival

Beatniks! Zoning fights! Theft rings! Buffy Sainte-Marie! 55 years of guitars under the stars


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’s What the Phillies Would Look Like if They Were Beatles

The Phillies … with mop-top haircuts.

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Seriously, What the Hell Happened with Kathleen Kane?

Gambacorta: A misguided sense of righteousness doomed her even more than the grand jury leak.

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Christie Says He’ll Vote to Expand Casinos to Northern New Jersey

The idea has drawn criticism from those who say it could hurt Atlantic City.

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This Portrait of Seth Williams Is a Superb Symbol of Philly’s Self-Important Pols

It’s literally priceless.

LGBTQ&A: Diner en Blanc’s Fernando Valle

We chatted with the popular group leader about this year’s event.

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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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Clinton Super PAC to Pause TV Ads in Pa.

Just as Donald Trump’s campaign is set to being airing ads in the state.

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Did Phillies Fans Cheer Too Much for Chase Utley?

He’s a Dodger now. He was cheered extensively. Some people aren’t happy about it.

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Former Philly Police Commissioner John Timoney Dies

Timoney, 68, worked with the PPD between 1998 and 2001.

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Discouraged From Swimming in Dumpsters, Philly Embraces Pickup Truck Pools

They take up slightly less space and water.

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