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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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The Brief: Tony Williams’ Huge Gambit

Will the mayoral candidate’s risky move attract voters angry about police corruption?

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PPA Sells 3 Taxi Medallions — At a Steep Discount

They’re the first to sell since auctions opened last fall — no thanks to Uber.

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PSU Students to Wolf: Help End Sex Assault “Epidemic”

Activists want the governor to create a commission on university sex assault.

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Activists, Students Drop In on Williams’ Wealthy Backers

Action United pay a surprise visit to Susquehanna Investment Group.

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Here’s How Some A.C. Casinos Are Sprucing Up for Summer

A new light show, a new conference center.

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D.A.: Philly Police Officer Intimidated Brother’s Ex-Wife

Jermias Olivo, who left the department a year ago, has been arrested.


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. House Votes to Downsize … Itself

Why does that chamber have 203 seats? A mapmaking gaffe that stuck.

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Tony Williams Would Fire Chuck Ramsey, and Mayor Nutter Thinks That’s Stupid

Nutter: anyone who would “is probably not smart enough to lead the city.”

Nebraska Woman Suing All Homosexuals

Yes, all of us.

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New Nelson Diaz Ad Piles on Jim Kenney

The spot says Kenney, the mayoral frontrunner, “excused police brutality.”

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Trolley Track Dangers Eliminated at 18 Intersections

How a nasty fall led to a big change for the better for cyclists.

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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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Police: He Kidnapped Woman From Street, Sexually Assaulted Her

Have you seen this man?

DNC Names PA Man Director of LGBT Engagement

Get to know Sean Meloy.

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Florida Governor’s Trip to Poach Philly Jobs Cost $40,000

And Rick Scott came away mostly empty-handed.

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The Brief: Tony Williams Misses Opportunity to Attack Jim Kenney

Instead, the last televised mayoral debate is a snooze.

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