People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.
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.
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.
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: 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.
Why I’m Boycotting the Roots Picnic This Year
Yes, there are lots of impressive names on the lineup, but I can’t see past the toxic men being given a platform at this year’s installment.
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: A Chick-fil-A Bans Unaccompanied Minors Under 16 After “Extreme Behaviors”
The kids are loud, rude, and downright disrespectful, says Chick-fil-A management.
Jeff Marrazzo’s Big, Bold Cell and Gene Therapy Vision
The self-described science novice led Spark Therapeutics from start-up obscurity to the pinnacle of medicine and a $4.8 billion merger. Now he’s focused on ensuring Philly becomes the gene therapy capital of the country.
Heroin and Fentanyl Found in Gummies from Three Smoke Shops, Says Montco DA
The gummies were allegedly sold at Tobacco Hut shops in Blue Bell, Hatfield, and Montgomeryville. But the brand in question is available elsewhere.
Philly Today: Jeff Brown Poll Shows Jeff Brown Leading Philadelphia Mayor’s Race
Plus, you can own Philly’s most “famous” deli for just under $6 million.
