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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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The Redevelopment of the Old Family Court Building Is Dead

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From Fairmount to the Today Show: The Journey of Sheinelle Jones

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The Zombies in This Philly Horror Flick Only Eat White People

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Eddie Alvarez - wearing the belt after winning the UFC Lightweight Championship
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Philly’s Eddie Alvarez Wins UFC Lightweight Title

He challenged Conor McGregor afterward.

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Philly Police Will Travel in Pairs Following Dallas Shooting

Police Commissioner Richard Ross spoke to reporters outside police headquarters this morning.

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What We Know About the Dallas Police Shootings

One of the fallen police officers has been named: 43-year-old Brent Thompson.

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Expect to See More I-95 Traffic Next Week

Here are the details on roadwork and travel restrictions starting July 10th.

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48 Years Ago, the Sixers Traded Wilt Chamberlain

Here are 11 things you might not know about the pride of Overbrook High.

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In Philly, Hillary Clinton Plans to Talk About Police Shootings

If she goes forward with the speech, she will undoubtedly address the Dallas killings as well.


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

Inside Pennsbury High’s Legendary Prom: The Most Epic School Dance in America

A six-figure budget. Hundreds of helpers. Giant art installations. A tentacled kraken. This prom is like no other.


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Snipers Kill Police at Black Lives Matter Rally in Dallas

Five cops were shot to death and six others were wounded during the protest. One suspect vowed to kill more during a standoff.

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Black Lives Matter Protest Sweeps Through Center City

“Hands up … Don’t shoot!” they chanted.

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Cosby Tries to Get Sexual Assault Charges Dropped

His lawyers weren’t successful.

The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Coming up: comedy, parties, and a qFLIX affair!

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Catholic League: Kenney Is “Un-American”

The group says the mayor is “misusing his public office to conduct his personal war on the Catholic Church.”

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


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Main Line Teen Goes Public With Her Rape, Calls Problem “An Epidemic”

“I would feel ashamed not being honest about it,” says Lizzie Schnarr.

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6-Year-Olds Will Be in College When Temple Plays Oklahoma in Football

The last game of the series is in 2028.

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Hillary Clinton Is Coming to Philly Friday

She’ll speak at the AME Church Conference.

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12 Arrested in Center City Protest of Alton Sterling Shooting

Activists temporarily shut down ramps to I-676.

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