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.
Councilman Jones says young Muslims need “to know that they’re welcome.”
Gov. Tom Wolf declares a state of emergency ahead of expected storm.
It’s a scam right out of Showtime’s Shameless.
Police don’t always remove them. So they stick around for weeks — even months — on end.
Biz school joins U.S. News to rank countries. The U.S. isn’t quite on top.
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.
Behind 20 points from rookie center Jahlil Okafor, the Sixers defeated the Orlando Magic 96-87 to pick up their 6th win of the season.
The Scoop: Airport, SEPTA, streets department all making preparations.
Tipster said a person wanted to shoot police officers in Philly, NYC.
“In light of yesterday’s comments, we have suspended Mr. Innes.”
McCalla: Wilson Goode was voted out of his gig on Council. But taxpayers will continue to pay his salary. Sadly, this is not unusual.
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.
And flooding at the Jersey Shore could be historic.
PPD wants you to call them on your cell phone… if you see someone saving a parking spot.
Do you recognize a car like this?
