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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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Will Wind Power Save the Shore, or Ruin It Forever?

The biggest battle at the Shore these days isn’t over unruly teens, but over a wind-power project that’s pitting green-energy supporters against folks who think the only thing turbines will do is spoil a perfectly good beach.

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Philly Today: Okay, Okay, John Fetterman Will Wear a Suit

Plus: Another blow for supervised injection sites, an airport murder and a truly ridiculous pumpkin plan.

Opinion

Allan Domb: 5 Big Ideas for Improving Public Safety in Philadelphia

With police commissioner Danielle Outlaw departing and a new mayor coming into office, we have an opportunity to change course. Here’s what should happen.

A screenshot of the Instagram page of Philadelphia Influencer "Meatball" aka Dayjia Blackwell, who is charged in the looting that occurred in Philadelphia on Tuesday night
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Philly Today: Influencer Charged in Looting Loves Her Mugshot

And so do her fans. Plus, the complete list of liquor stores closed until further notice.

Interim Philadelphia Police Commissioner John Stanford addressing the looting that occurred in Philadelphia on Tuesday night
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Philly Today: The Official Word on the “Disgusting” Looting

“These were not protesters,” insisted the interim police commissioner. “These were criminals.”

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When Did Halloween Become an Endurance Test?

One by one, holidays have morphed from single-day celebrations into weeks-long marathons.


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.


Filmmaker John Waters, who recently compared one of his movies to the MOVE bombing in Philadelphia
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Philly Today: Nauseating John Waters Compares His Movie to the MOVE Bombing

Because his trashy “art” and the most tragic day in Philadelphia’s history have just so, so much in common.

Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters, who claims he was banned from the University of Pennsylvania over accusations of antisemitism, performing earlier this year (Getty Images)
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Philly Today: Penn Calls B.S. on Claims It Banned Roger Waters from Campus

The Pink Floyd co-founder says he wasn’t allowed at Penn due to accusations of antisemitism.

Mütter Museum
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What the Hell Is Happening With the Mütter Museum?

As debate over the ethics of displaying human remains rages, people are wondering if Philadelphia’s iconic medical history museum can survive — or if it even should.

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Philly Today: John Fetterman Delivers Moving Senate Speech on Disability

Plus: Why seven Montco schools received bomb threats yesterday

a closed TSA screening line at Philadelphia International Airport, which is one of the worst airports in the country
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Philly Today: Yes, Philadelphia’s Airport Is as Bad as You Think It Is

Plus, stop mourning the Melrose. It was never as good as you remember it being.

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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.


Main Line billionaire Jeff Yass, whom Donald Trump is reportedly considering for Secretary of the Treasury (image via Philly Mag YouTube)
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Philly Today: This Controversial Main Line Billionaire May Be TikTok’s Secret Weapon

Plus, the best and worst Wawa sandwiches.

Q&A

Jennifer Weiner Talks Zahav, Marijuana, and Madonna’s New Face

Plus, the one question she really didn’t want me to ask her.

Anthony Gargano, who is being sued by 97.5 the Fanatic owner Beasley Media over PHLY Sports
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Philly Today: 97.5 the Fanatic Slams Top Talent Anthony Gargano with Federal Lawsuit

He’s currently suspended from the station.

John Fetterman who is endorsing Kendra Brooks and Nicolas O'Rourke, candidates for Philadelphia City Council and members of the Working Families Party
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Fetterman Is Backing Brooks and O’Rourke for City Council

The move — endorsing two third-party candidates — could further erode Republican power in the city.

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