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.
McQuade: Let’s hope Jeffrey Lurie isn’t serious.
We slip in the rankings for the first time in four years.
Mayor Kenney asked Philly’s new commissioner where to hold the ceremony. He recommended his alma mater, Central High.
Longtime activist is first Asian-American woman on City Council.
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.
She worked at Amazon’s Lehigh County warehouse. Now she’s filed a lawsuit.
Publisher of Philadelphia unveils promotions and personnel moves.
Jerry Blavat skipped across the stage under neon lights with a horde of city mascots.
They’ll take a lesson from Rocky himself into Monday’s national championship game.
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.
Brett Brown hopes Elton Brand’s experience can help the young Sixers reach their potential.
Morning headlines: Haddon Heights school ends post-9/11 ritual after ACLU intervention.
Led by 21 points from Ish Smith, the Philadelphia 76ers picked up their 4th win of the season with a 109-99 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
