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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

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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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Hamels Loses Deciding Game for Texas (It Wasn’t His Fault)

The fielders cost him.

Brian Sims Hosting PrEP Town Hall at William Way

The interactive session is designed for those who are interested in learning more about PrEP.

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Morning Headlines: Bad Cops, No Subs, Late Budget, and More

All the news you need to start your day.

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Charles Ramsey’s Endless, Frustrating War Against Bad Cops

The soon-to-retire police commissioner cleaned up city streets, but he couldn’t clear out the bad cops in his own department.

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Hundreds Celebrate Jerry Mondesire’s Life

Among those mourning the death of the longtime Philadelphia NAACP president was a who’s-who of the city’s political elite.

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The SS United States Is a Rusting Money Pit

Kruger: It’s time for one of the longest bon voyages in modern Philadelphia history to finally end.


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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Pa. Bill Would Raise Minimum Age for Tobacco Purchase to 21

But its sponsor goes on trial soon.

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CCP Prof, Black Lives Matter Activist Suspended After Speaking at Rally

Divya Nair to face a disciplinary hearing this week.

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These 2 Bills Would Allow Sports Gambling, Airport Slots in Pa.

But there’s a long way to go.

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ICYMI: The First Democratic Presidential Debate

David Faris with everything you need — and want — to know.

An Exclusive Excerpt From The Abbey

Father James Martin’s first novel has just been released.

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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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#BlackLivesMatter Protesters Crashed Ramsey’s Talk

Top cop remained cool at the Constitution Center last night.

Philly Jesus Posts a Bunch of Selfies in the Gayborhood

But wasn’t this the same dude who was condemning all of us a few months ago?

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Ramsey’s Bottom Line: More Good Than Bad

Mathis: Assessing the highs and lows of the police commissioner’s tenure.

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Who Will Replace the Irreplaceable Charles Ramsey?

First Deputy Commissioner Richard Ross seems likely to get the job.

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