Guides

Celebrating the Most Talented Curtis Institute of Music Graduates

Plus, a look at the prestigious Rittenhouse school’s rising stars, including a 14-year-old who insists on remaining mononymous.


Longform

Paul Offit vs. RFK Jr. Is the Battle of Our Times

Guides

Candidate Crib Sheet: The Race to Replace Dwight Evans

Opinion

Why Philly Needs an Ona Judge Day

Latest Stories

News

Woman Sentenced for Theft of $650K Worth of Photog’s Prints

Some included National Geographic’s iconic Afghan Girl.

News

Dissecting the Noel for Teague Rumor

Would Nerlens Noel for Jeff Teague be a good trade for the 76ers?

News

Police ID Woman Found Dead in Pond

Ryan Stevyn Benjamin, 24, was a pre-kindergarten teacher.

News

Report: Noel for Teague Deal?

According to a report from Yahoo Sports, the Sixers and Hawks are talking about a potential trade that would send Nerlens Noel to Atlanta for Jeff Teague.

News

Council Privately Discusses Taxing Diet Soda, Too

Darrell Clarke is floating alternatives to the mayor’s proposed soda tax.

News

Council Panel OKs Tax Hike on Real Estate Sales

Councilman and realtor Allan Domb voted against the proposal.


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.


News

Want to Save a Historic Black Church in Philadelphia?

Vourvoulias: You have until June 6th to voice your objection.

News

Family of Amtrak Worker Killed in Crash Files Suit

They hope his tragic death will provide impetus for change around rail safety.

News

Report: Philly Water-Testing for Lead Faulty

A study claims Philly engaged in three risky water-testing methods.

The Best LGBTQ Events This Weekend

Pride Month kicks off with First Friday parties, concerts, plays, and burlesque!

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Water Main Break Causes SEPTA Delays

It occurred near 18th and Arch streets.

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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.


News

Why Pa.’s New School Funding Formula Is Still Unfair

Op-Ed: The formula locks in vast inequities that exist from district to district.

Revel Casino Hotel, now called TEN
News

Does It Even Matter What Glenn Straub Calls the Revel?

On his $10,000 offer for a new name.

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Two Off-Duty Officers Involved in Shootings Tuesday

No one was shot and suspects are in custody. Internal Affairs is investigating both incidents.

After Cincinnati Gorilla Killing, Philly Zoo Vows to Review Protocol

The Philadelphia Zoo has its own gorilla exhibit, but it is heavily fenced.

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