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What Happened to Chris Rabb?

Sixteen years ago, he wrote a book touting conscious capitalism. Now he’s a Democratic Socialist hanging out with controversial podcaster Hasan Piker. Did he change — or did America?


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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

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Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

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14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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The Politics of Fighting Media Exclusion

At an NAACP event, Philly Mag’s October cover was criticized, and strategies for taking on media outlets were discussed.

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20 More Local Native American Place Names

Hingston: And what they mean.

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Philly Cops Asking for Help After Teen, 13, and Brother Shot

Police are asking the public for help.

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What We Lose When We Lose the Riversharks

McQuade: Remembering that time my dad had the best beard in Camden.

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Q&A: Giants Fan Who Got Punched After the Eagles Game

“Stuff happens everywhere around the world, mine just went viral.”

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Philly Citizen to Award $10,000 to Randomly Selected Philly Voter

This is not satire. This is real life.


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.


Philly Anti-Bullying Charter School in Exploratory Stages

The James Baldwin Charter is having a community planning meeting this Saturday.

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Philly Schools Have to Borrow Money to Stay Open

Morning headlines: The budget stalemate in Harrisburg has left the school district almost broke.

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One of Mayor Nutter’s Last Proposals Is Probably Already Dead

His plan to ban cigarette sales in drug stores looks kaput.

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WATCH: Koch-Connected Group Attacks Kevin Dougherty

The ad is called “Factual.” But it reportedly omits some details.

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The Camden Riversharks Have Folded

Team could not reach an agreement on a new lease at Campbell’s Field.

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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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There’s a DeLorean for Sale in Glenside

At $39,900 (or best offer), it’s a Back to the Future Day steal!

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Music Venue Stirs Controversy By Letting Customers Add Tips for Live Music

An experiment at Chris’ Jazz Cafe.

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WATCH: Cosby Featured in Montco Attack Ad

Former D.A. criticized for not prosecuting.

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Christine Yoder Sentenced to 25 Years for Sexually Exploiting Her Daughters

She offered to fly her six-year-old to Detroit for sex.

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