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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

Longform

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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nurse practitioner theresa smigo seen at philly pregnancy center in a viral tiktok video recorded by the woman now suing her
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Philly Today: Pregnant Black Woman In Terrible TikTok Video Sues Nurse Who Mistreated Her

Plus, sharks, Cherelle and a whole week in the 80s.

this baked manicotti from adrian is just one of the Stephen Starr dishes you will find on the new Amtrak Acela first class menu
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Philly Today: Stephen Starr Food Comes to… Amtrak?!

Plus, the most-visited tourist attractions in Philadelphia may surprise you.

Longform

How Angela Val Plans to Bring Back Our Tourists

She took over at perhaps the worst time to be in charge of Visit Philly. But it’s the moment she’s ready for.

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Philly Today: Better Bike Lanes are Coming

Plus, Philly’s school superintendent sounds serious about year-round schooling

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Philly Today: Do Kids Belong at Bars and Beer Gardens?

One local brewery’s stern statement about kids has reignited this argument. Plus, happy birthday, Tina Fey!

Opinion

The Four Major Takeaways From Philadelphia’s Mayoral Primary

Black candidates won big, establishment endorsements carried major weight, and tough losses for several progressives were among the highlights of a consequential election.


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.


philadelphia mayoral candidate cherelle parker, who thinks philadelphia schools should be open year-round
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Philly Today: Ten Ways the Philadelphia Primary Made History

Yes, Cherelle Parker. But not just Cherelle Parker.

you'll encounter a digital voting booth like the one behind this curtain during the philadelphia primary election
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Philly Today: Everything You Need to Know About Primary Day

Plus, Philly Republicans snub their only mayoral candidate.

a woman in philadelphia who cast an early vote before Election Day
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Here Are the Philadelphia Primary Problems You Should Definitely Report

And one you can probably skip.

taylor swift at night one of the Philadelphia stop on the Taylor Swift Eras Tour
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Review: After Five Years of Waiting, Taylor Swift Delivers Pure Magic

Swift’s three-night Philadelphia stand served as a fiery confetti-cannon reminder that the artist’s greatest strength is always her connection with her fans.

the candidates who could still get my undecided vote for Philadelphia mayor include Rebecca Rhynhart, Cherelle Parker, Helen Gym and Allan Domb
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Philly Today: Help, I’m Still Undecided! And I’m Not the Only One

Plus, Taylor Swift yells at Linc security guards. And Helen Gym avoids the union rat.

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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.


taylor swift, who just endorsed kamala harris for president, at lincoln financial field in philadelphia
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Photos: Taylor Swift and 69,000 of Her Closest Friends Descend on Philadelphia

Twas a long night at the Linc.

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FBI Questioned Us About Philly Sheriff Rochelle Bilal, Staffers Say

On election’s eve, critics of the incumbent sheriff reveal the FBI asked about Bilal’s spending and management.

philadelphia register of wills tracey gordon, who is the subject of a lawsuit filed by an ex-employee of her office
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Register of Wills Tracey Gordon Sued by Ex-Employee Days Before Primary

Mark Wilson claims he was fired from his job because he wouldn’t donate to Gordon’s campaign or buy tickets to her events. His former supervisor concurs.

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The Good News: More Sixers Basketball! The Bad News: It’ll Be in Boston

They were down big early, came back, but couldn’t seal the series at home.

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