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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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Is Selling Tax Liens a Good Idea?

Three arguments for, and three against, Darrell Clarke’s alternate school funding plan.

WATCH: Cory Booker Argues for Same-Sex Marriage on Senate Floor

“Love is on the line.”

Abraham’s Racially Loaded Remarks of 25 Years Ago Back in News

Plus, PILOTs, and what’s that liquid all over State Rep. Kevin Boyle?

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Boy, 4, Struck and Killed in Southwest Philadelphia

Police seeking driver in hit-and-run fatality.

Philadelphia Police Force Still Far Whiter Than City Itself

But it could be worse—a lot worse.

Was Drew Becher Too Ambitious for Philly?

Liz Spikol digs into the PHS president’s mixed legacy.


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.


Man Crush Monday: Gunnar Montana

The local dancer, choreographer, and all-around hottie shares his local man crushes.

Gay Men Come Out in Droves to #BottomForHillary

And they’re wearing T-shirts to prove it.

News

Two Pa. Men Have Admitted Making, Selling IEDs

As in: improvised explosive devices.

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The Price of Joe Paterno’s Reputation?

About $13,500 per win.

Case Challenging NJ Gay Conversion Therapy Ban Dismissed

A gay news flash.

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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.


REVIEW: Indigo Girls With The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra

And a house full of A-gays.

Extreme Self-Segregation in Philly ‘Burbs

Is the concentration of wealth eroding empathy for poor city residents?

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The Astonishing Ubiquity of Walter Scott’s Death

Francis: We absolutely need video to prove police misconduct. But does over-saturation risk desensitization?

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Buy This App and Never Talk to Your Child Again!

Hingston: Technology is making parenting more bearable — even for those who don’t like kids.

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