People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
I Wasn’t Ready For My Parent’s Dating Drama
We all want our folks to be happy. But how do we feel about them jumping back into the dating pool?
Philly Today: Mayor Parker’s Kensington Crackdown Intensifies
Still, no sign of National Guard troops. Yet.
It Happened Last Night: The Rolling Stones Took Over South Philly
Photos and dispatches from the packed (and hit-packed) performance.
Philly Today: George Santos Is Invading the Poconos This Summer
Plus, illegal deer, greased pole problems, and a new Netflix special from a Philly comedian.
I Was This Close to Graduating From the University of the Arts
Our intern Owen Spaloss reports from the scene of the UArts drama.
Philly Today: Josh Kruger’s Killer Sentenced
Will the city now release texts and other evidence from the case?
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
Philly Today: City Block Parties Have Been in Mad Decline
Getting your party approved can be easier said than done.
Should We Trust AI? A Penn Expert Weighs In
We reached out to Penn professor Chris Callison-Burch to quell our fears.
I Hosted a Podcast on Artificial Intelligence. Then My AI Doppelgänger Showed Up
One writer’s wild journey into the uncanny valley
16 Fascinating Ways Philly Is Using AI
From pothole repair to emergency medical response to unraveling the mysteries of human biology, here’s how Philly is upping its game with AI.
How Philly Learned to Love AI
Everything you need to know about the brave new bot-powered world springing up all around us
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.
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.
We ask five really smart local leaders about the capabilities of AI technology.
Point/Counterpoint: An Educator and Student Weigh in on ChatGPT
Can AI help or hurt higher education?
Philly Today: Finally, the World Gets the Gritty Choral Work It Deserves
“A Gritty Resolution” for SATB choir debuts this weekend.
Philly Today: University of the Arts Slapped With Class Action Lawsuit
Meanwhile, the school’s president has resigned and Temple may have a rescue plan.
