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Philly Is a Hot New Hub for Publishing Insiders

Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.


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Game On: Why Now Is the Moment for Women’s Sports in Philly

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Philly’s Neighborhood Pharmacies Might Just Save Us. Can We Save Them?

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Is Philly’s Next Hot Neighborhood … the Navy Yard?

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Former SEPTA Deputy Police Chief Sues John Kerry, Others

David Smith alleges racial discrimination.

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South Ardmore Residents Speak Out

Residents of Main Line’s oldest black community told township commissioners they’re tired of being treated like second-class citizens by police.

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Wolf Defends Choices in Budget Standoff

Mathis: The governor is tired of suggestions he won’t compromise.

INTERVIEW: Tab Hunter

On Hollywood, his new documentary, and playing baseball with Debbie Reynolds.

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Body of Girl Recovered from Delaware River

Believed to be missing 14-year-old, Pamela Flores.

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The $33 Million Hole in the Pa. Turnpike’s Budget

Morning Headlines: Paying your Turnpike fees? Lots of people aren’t.


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.


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Layoffs Hit Philly.com, Daily News Hardest

Nearly 50 journalists and other workers at Philadelphia Media Network informed today they’ll be laid off.

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Voter Turnout Was Bad, But It Could Have Been Worse

About 25.5 percent of Philadelphia’s registered voters showed up.

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Christie Close to Being Sent to JV GOP Debate This Month

Have his poll numbers improved enough?

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Jim Kenney: I’ll Keep Riding the Subway As Mayor

And four other fascinating moments from his first press conference as the mayor-elect.

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The Election’s Biggest Winners & Losers

The state GOP got clobbered in a big day for big city liberals.

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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.


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10 Throwback Tweets from Philadelphia’s New Mayor

Jim Kenney is pretty good at Twitter, too.

INTERVIEW: JoJo On Her Sold Out Philly Concert

The pop diva opens up about fame and becoming her true self.

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Man Wanted for Two Robberies on Halloween Night in West Philly

They happened hours apart.

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Philly Police Still Boycotting Tarantino

Union prez says members still plan to stay away from director’s movies.

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