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Philadelphia’s Next Great Era Begins Now

Why this chapter of our city’s story might be our best since, well, 1776


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Philly’s Driverless Future Is Here, Whether We’re Ready or Not

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She Transformed Bok Into a Creative Force. Now Lindsey Scannapieco Is Taking on Broad Street

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Pat Croce: Doing Chemo on Everest

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Alice Goffman’s Book on “Fugitive Life” in Philly Under Attack

Critics say Penn alum’s depiction of police and hospitals is the stuff of urban legend. She says otherwise.

Miley Cyrus Comes Out as Bisexual

“I am literally open to every single thing that is consenting and doesn’t involve an animal and everyone is of age.”

News

5,000 Buses Expected for September’s Papal Visit

“There’s never been an event like this before, period,” says CEO of bus logistics company.

News

Philly Lawmakers Put Off Vote to Spend $7M on Land for New Prison

It’s a win for anti-prison groups.

A Philadelphia-Based LGBT Social Policy Survey is Leaving Readers Confused

The linguistics of the poll is causing some concern.

How the On-Demand Economy Can Bring New Vitality to Kingsessing

(And a bunch of other Philadelphia neighborhoods.)


Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Best of Philly 2025: City Life

Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

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.


Opinion

Serena Williams Is Black and Female

Francis: Why our greatest athlete doesn’t get her due.

Phillies Draft a Bunch of Players Related to Guys They Employ

It’s a tradition!

News

Those New York Escapees Might Be in Philly! (But Probably Not)

Police are skeptical.

Huge LGBT Civil Rights Movement Concert Announced

It features both local and internationally-known talent.

High Line Lessons for Reading Viaduct Park

Be careful with the zoning, and be sure to fund maintenance.

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

Beloved Galapagos tortoises Mommy and Abrazzo became first-time parents — and gave their species a ray of hope.

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

Fifty years after founding their legendary Philadelphia International Records, Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, with friends and collaborators from Thom Bell to John Oates to Patti LaBelle, look back on the musical partnership that came to define the city.


News

Millennials Didn’t Vote This Year, Like At All

Only 12 percent of registered millennials cast a ballot in the mayor’s race.

Anne Lamott’s Blatant Transphobia on Twitter

Says she’ll call Caitlyn Jenner “she” “When the pee-pee is gone.”

News

School District Says Council’s Funding Plan Falls Short

District officials asked lawmakers for $103M. They say they’re only getting $45M.

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Male Penn Grad Says He Was Sexually Assaulted After 2013 Frat Party

He’s suing the frat and a frat brother.

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