People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
After her husband swindled some of Philadelphia’s wealthiest people, decimated her picture-perfect Main Line life, and went to prison, Kami Verne doubled down on the only thing she still trusted: love.
Dorothy Johnson-Speight, Founder of Mothers in Charge, on Channeling Pain to Bring About Change
For Dorothy Johnson-Speight and Mothers In Charge, the political is personal.
Why This Germantown Man Shows Up on the Scene of Every Philly Murder
“What we really need are boots on the ground,” says anti-violence advocate Jamal Johnson.
6 Philadelphians With Promising Approaches to Gun Violence Prevention
In the face of a problem that can feel insurmountable, these undeterred citizens refuse to sit quietly by.
Philly Today: Fox 29’s Steve Keeley Under Fire From Reporters, Councilperson for Crime Coverage
“It’s embarrassing,” says one Fox 29 insider of Keeley’s reporting. Plus: What’s with my ridiculous PGW bill?
Philly Today: “If It Bleeds It Leads” Is Alive and Well at Fox 29
No other news outlet spends near the amount of time and resources covering Philadelphia crime, suggests new report.
Candidates, Don’t Be Afraid to Condemn Philly’s Sheriff Just Because She’s a Black Woman
OWENS: When the people running for mayor won’t hold key officials accountable, it’s a disservice to voters.
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.
Philly Today: Mayoral Candidates Rush to Brag About The Size of Their Nominating Petitions
Plus: Three City Council hopefuls got booted out of the race.
Q&A: Patti LaBelle Talks Doja Cat, Her Shih Tzu and Living on the Main Line
The Philly music icon appears at Caesars Atlantic City on March 11th and on Jimmy Fallon’s That’s My Jam a few days later.
Philly Today: We’re Getting a New TV News Anchor
He’s interviewed Obama at least 12 times. Plus: The PPA has a new target.
Philly Today: NE Philly Man Charged In Capitol Riot After, Yes, Posting Selfies
Plus, the angry white woman caught on video inside a Montco pizza shop has been charged with ethnic intimidation.
Philly Today: Want to Sit at This Bar? Reservations Cost $75 Per Stool.
But don’t worry: Some drinks are included.
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.
Philly Today: Does the World Really Need Peeps Pepsi?
I love Bethlehem-based Peeps. But some lines just shouldn’t be crossed.
Why Is Adulting So Freaking Hard These Days?
Being an adult was once something you evolved into. When did it become something to aspire to instead?
Philly Today: Old City’s Exciting I-95 Capping Project Is Finally Underway
Plus: Corrupt and contented Bobby Henon learns his fate.
Philly Today: OK, So Maybe Those Gummies Didn’t Contain Heroin or Fentanyl After All
Womp womp. Plus, police are handing out free steering-wheel locks.
