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.
Fiorillo: It’s Ben Franklin versus a Whiz-wit’ in an epic battle for… tourists.
Newsweek stands by its story; it’s author says criticism is “shooting the messenger.”
A unanimous vote in judiciary sends it to the full House.
It’s not more prevalent — just exploited.
The presidential candidates gave lackluster responses.
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.
Multiple outlets now report that there’s no evidence that a shooting occurred.
Lawsuit says Seth Williams fired a white prosecutor after a leaked story in the Daily News.
Plus: Two other local guys are on teams playing in the big game next month.
Eight people died in the derailment. How did the accident happen?
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.
Ernest Owens on embracing the entire LGBTQ community.
The ruling is welcome news for justice reform activists, but victims’ advocates say they’re “walking on eggshells.”
The Scoop: Plus, should Chris Christie be in Cape May with a mop?
