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Data Center Opponents Stage Halloween Protest at City Hall

’Tis the season for Jeff Bezos masks and angry pumpkins.


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Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

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Fight at the Museum: Inside the Collapse of the Academy of Natural Sciences

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Pat Croce’s New Book Is All About Spirituality

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How Kate Scott Went From Outsider to Groundbreaking Voice of the Sixers

“I’m a chick from a small town in the middle of California. I still have to pinch myself to realize that this is real.”

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The Sixers’ Daryl Morey Is Moonlighting As … a Musical Theater Producer

The team’s president of basketball operations is producing an absurdist musical comedy called Small Ball. There was a workshop reading of it in Philly last night. 

Delco Steaks partner Steve Wilson and his sons playing a little football amid their Philadelphia Eagles Christmas decorations
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Philly Today: Delco Dad Goes All Out With Eagles Christmas Decorations

And naturally, there’s a major cheesesteak connection. Plus, the feds just raided a South Street store.

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How 2023 Turned Me Into a Climate-Crazed Eccentric

I’m willing to do what I can to fight the environmental apocalypse. I just need a little help.

a bicyclist in a bike lane in philadelphia
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Philly Today: City Gets $16 Million to Make Dangerous Streets Safer

Plus, tickets for tonight’s Mariah Carey concert are in the bargain bin.

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Philly Today: President Biden Came to Town, Joined By Protesters

Plus, a formere Rothman surgeon wins $15 million in court.


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.


Opinion

Why Cherelle Parker’s Choice For Police Commissioner Is Great for Public Safety — and the Economy

Allan Domb: Kevin Bethel will make the city safer. But his impact can go beyond that.

Cherelle Parker will be the next mayor of Philadelphia, but these were among the people who won write-in votes.
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Philly Today: The Surprising Write-In Votes for Mayor

Plus, Tommy Conwell wants to play your Christmas party for $499.

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How Bankroll Went Bust

Tech mogul Paul Martino’s grand sports club/eatery was supposed to change the face of gaming — and Center City. Then it all fell quickly, spectacularly apart.

Q&A

Anthony Gargano Is Done With Radio But Far From Done With Philly

An interview with the South Philly son.

Liz Magill, President of University of Pennsylvania, testifies before the House Education and Workforce Committee.
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Penn Trustees Hold Emergency Meeting After Liz Magill Testimony

Plus: Shapiro and the White House weigh in on Penn, big guest stars on the Eagles Christmas album bonus track, and Embiid saves the day.

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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.


Behold: Danny & Coop's Cheesesteaks. The Danny being Danny DiGiampietro from Angelo's in South Philly. The Coop beeing Bradley Cooper.
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Philly Today: Bradley Cooper and Danny From Angelo’s Are Making Cheesesteaks Together

We are witnessing the birth of Danny & Coop’s Cheesesteaks.

Philadelphia Jewish school Makom Community, which was targeted by vandals
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Philly Today: Vandals Hit Philadelphia Jewish Center for Kids

Plus, the Macy’s stabbings make national news.

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Sylvester Stallone Visits Philly for Inaugural “Rocky Day”

Despite the miserable weather, fans gathered, dressed up in their Rocky-emblazoned finest, gray sweatsuits and “Italian Stallion” regalia to meet Sly on his big day.

Renowned Philly chef Michael Solomonov, whose restaurant Goldie has been accused of "genocide" by protesters
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Philly Today: Gov. Shapiro Blasts Protesters Targeting Michael Solomonov Restaurant

Plus, what’s behind a massive decrease in Philadelphia school arrests.

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