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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

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.


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The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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Philly Newspapers Sue Over Lack of Signage at HQ

PMN wants $3.5 million from landlord for forced anonymity.

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City Unveils Fancy New Bus Stop Design

Smith: They may be the most useful and attractive street furniture ever to grace Philadelphia’s streets. And they want your input on where to put them.

13 Philly-Area Companies Earn 100 Score on HRC’s 2016 Corporate Equality Index

Find out which ones made the cut.

News

Did You Miss Pope Weekend? Experience It on DVD

Includes “behind-the-scenes” footage.

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WATCH: Teacher Starts Every Day by Complimenting Students

Chris Ulmer is a Philadelphia native.

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Watch: Arsonist Catches Hand On Fire In Overbrook

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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.


News

Flyers’ Top Prospect Scores First Goal (But Flyers Lose)

Also, an Aramark employee practiced with the team.

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McNabb Resigns Fox Gig, Says He Doesn’t Have Alcohol Issues

He’s still on leave at NBC.

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Okafor’s Improved Rebounding Big for 76ers

Jahlil Okafor’s been rebounding better as of late, an important development in his growth as a well-rounded player.

Madonna’s Confessions

Do we ever truly know what Madonna’s feeling without her giving too much away?

News

Wolf, GOP Battle Over Refugees

Morning headlines: Republicans worry about terrorist attacks, but Rendell backs governor.

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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.


News

Jim Kenney Taps Philly’s 1st-Ever Chief Diversity Officer

The mayor-elect also named his ethics team.

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Philly Cop Arrested for Assault

Officer Joseph Marion faces dismissal after hitting two people in a West Oak Lane parking lot.

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Meet the Crazy Guys Who Are Starting a Newspaper In Philadelphia

The team behind Fishtown’s Spirit is ready for round two.

West Philly Rising

Explosive growth in University City is shifting the city’s power and economic axis west. One big worry? Income and opportunity inequality.

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