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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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Report: Dems Recruit Shapiro for Senate

That would set up a primary with Joe Sestak to challenge Pat Toomey.

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How Some Charter Schools Keep Out the Riff-Raff

Plus, Anthony Williams’ shows off his supporters and big names woo Josh Shapiro for U.S. Senate.

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Stan Hochman, Daily News Icon, Has Passed

Covered sports in Philadelphia for more than half a century.

Guess Who Left That Loaded Gun at Cantina Dos Segundos

It was an off-duty cop.

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Clarke: Fund Schools By Cracking Down on Tax Deadbeats

Says selling commercial liens would reap millions. Nutter admin says city needs “real plans.”

Dining Out for Life Food Truck Round Up Returns to the Gayborhood

For charitable lunch-goers.


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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Energy Company Shuts Off Power to Revel Casino

What happens now?

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One-Quarter of Philly Unhappy With Comcast

City releases massive report on Philadelphians’ satisfaction with the company.

Who Are the Best and Worst Ward Leaders in Philly?

A new website helps sort them.

Living In an RFRA State? Come to Philly!

Says an open letter signed by the Mayor and City Council.

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FLOWCHART: To Crowdfund, or Not to Crowdfund?

Weymouth: Some projects are worth your hard-earned money. Others are Zach Braff movies.

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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.


Philly Ranked 4th Most Walkable U.S. City

Can that help it attract more millennials?

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Cop Who Shot Walter Scott Grew Up in Mount Laurel

A federal investigation was announced on Wednesday.

The White House Now Has a Gender-Neutral Restroom

Another sign of a supportive Obama administration.

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Papelbon Doesn’t “Feel Much Like a Phillie”

McQuade: But why would he?

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