People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Leaders and volunteers from local HIV/AIDS service organizations were on hand.
The PA Senator is pushing the FAA to require that airlines drop seat change fees for parents traveling with kids.
The event, which will take place in September, features Carson Kressley.
In August, your phone bill will increase to help fund 911 emergency call centers.
Philadelphia’s jails are jam-packed, and Francis plans to check them out.
Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year
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.
Should Philly Moneyball its pests to death?
Bring this playlist to your next beach trip.
He allegedly stole from banks across the Philadelphia region and beyond.
Whitewashing History
Francis: What do Ben Affleck and the Confederate Flag controversy have in common?
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.
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.
