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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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Former Philly Mag Pinup Pup to Cover DNC

Look for Quest on the Broad Street subway while the Dems are in town.

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Ben Franklin Bridge Will Glow Blue for Police Killed in Dallas

Expect to see the bridge illuminated through Sunday.

Cherry Hill Mall T-Shirt Controversy
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Man Selling Anti-Police Brutality Shirts at Mall Told to Stop Temporarily

Mall management revoked the order last night after word of the controversy spread.

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Meet the New Latinx Political Class in Philly

Vourvoulias: We ask three rising stars in the Philly Latinx scene about what drew them to politics.

Pennsylvania Budget
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Wolf to Sign Revenue Bills With Tax Increases

Cigarettes will cost $1 more per pack, and you’ll have to pay sales tax on downloads.

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A Pa. Rep. Just Introduced a “Blue Lives Matter” Bill

The bill calls for police to be covered in the state’s hate crime statute.


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.


Jim Kenney, Other Celebs to Guest-Bartend at Philly4Pulse Event

Plus more local LGBTQ news.

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Former Temple Provost Fires Back Over Allegations

Hai-Lung Dai said he was only made aware of a $22 million financial-aid deficit in March. He called allegations of sexual harassment “slander” and “fabrications.”

Victoria Thornton, a participant in the Youth News Team, speaks about why she wanted to get involved.
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How the DNC Host Committee Is Getting Youth Involved

A Youth News Team and a Civic Youth Experience will help young people become more involved in the convention.

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City to Host Immigration Forum During the DNC

Kenney will join the mayors of New York and Phoenix for the discussion.

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Judge Unveils Controversial Depositions in Penn State Scandal

The university paid $93 million to alleged victims, one of whom claims Joe Paterno first knew of abuse in 1976.

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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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Poll: Trump Now Ahead of Clinton in Pennsylvania

You might not like what you see.

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Airport Workers Vote to Strike During the Democratic National Convention

More than 400 employees voted yesterday to walk off their jobs later this month.

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Scranton Woman Featured in Viral Black Lives Matter Protest Photo

Ieshia Evans, 28, made for the subject of a potentially iconic image.

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Temple Board of Trustees: No Confidence in President Theobald

A Temple spokesperson also confirmed sexual harassment allegations against former provost Hai-Lung Dai.

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