People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
A Member of the Phillies Hot Pants Patrol at Veterans Stadium Tells All
“It was an incredibly sexist thing, but it worked for me,” recalls Arlene Nisson Lassin.
I Had 700-Level Season Tickets at Veterans Stadium and Lived to Tell the Tale
A lifelong Philly sports fan recalls the fights, the pee and the cheap seats.
20 Years After the Vet: A Remembrance of Philly’s Storied Stadium
We loved it! We hated it! And we tore it down 20 years ago this month.
Philly Today: The Kimmel Center Has a Michael Jackson Problem
“It’s awful that the Kimmel decided to put this musical on,” says one local victims rights’ advocate.
Philly Today: Kevin Spacey Not Welcome Here, It Turns Out
So much for his big movie premiere. Plus, the return of Jerry Blavat’s Memories in Margate.
St. Joe’s Upset Win Leads the Night in Philly Sports
Reports from the NCAA conference tournaments, the Sixers, and a Phillies glide
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: Bozo Gunmen Attempt Worst Casino Heist Ever
Plus, why you should never say “Happy St. Patty’s Day.”
Philly Today: Guilty Plea Expected in Josh Kruger Murder
Plus, all four suspects in last week’s bus stop shooting now in custody.
Why More Musicians Should Be Like Philly Rapper Tierra Whack
The groundbreaking performer returns after too long a wait.
Philly Today: Main Line Teacher Posed as Teen Online to Lure Girls
Including at least one student at his school. Plus, PennDot finally fixing potholes.
Philly Today: Penn Accused of McCarthyism in New Lawsuit
Plus, one of the biggest Oscars winners was actually our own Comcast.
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.
Ben Kirshner’s Plan to Transform How Pennsylvania Does Business
Pennsylvania is a notoriously tough place to start or run a business. Can the first guy to sell coffee on the internet fix that? The governor sure thinks so.
It’s Not “Executive Privilege” When Black Professionals Assert Their Titles for Survival
This is what I heard when I heard Celena Morrison yell, “I work for the mayor!”
Great (and Not So Great) Moments in Philly Oscars History
Lots of tears. Some dazzling elegance. And one huge scandal.
50 Years of Best of Philly: Sports
In honor of the upcoming 50th anniversary of Best of Philly this August, we’re taking a monthly look back. This month: Sports!
