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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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News

Bill Would Ban Powdered Alcohol in Pennsylvania

It would be illegal to sell or possess.

The Country’s Lead Foot Rebounded in 2014

But there are signs Philly may be bucking the trend.

News

On Twitter, Kenney Welcomes Murray, Slams Christie

Now a candidate for mayor, Kenney’s gonna be Kenney.

Gay Things to Do This Weekend

The Gayborhood’s official St. Patrick’s Day Party, lots of dance parties and more.

News

Judge Won’t Approve Sale of Revel to Straub

The saga continues.

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News

PA’s Wealthy Districts Get Way More Local Cash Than Poor Ones

Will that change under Tom Wolf?


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.


Brian Sims Endorses Jim Kenney for Mayor

Along with other LGBT community leaders.

News

Boy, Suspect Found

Police had been searching for a missing 4-year old.

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News

Philly Says It Will Fill a Reported Pothole in Three Days

But you have to report it first.

Philanthropy Friday: Y-HEP

Philly FIGHT’s Youth Health Empowerment Project.

News

Sometimes, Racism Is Just Racism

Francis: No excuses for the OU frat boys.

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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 Black Pride Looking for Scholarship Recipient

Money for a local LGBTQ student of color.

WATCH: Jon Stewart Bashes Christie Over Exxon Settlement

(He gets in a few shots at Sen. Robert Menendez, too.)

News

How Ed Rendell Would Fix Ferguson

Jobs and meetings. Lots and lots of meetings.

News

Funeral Set for Officer Wilson

Services will be held Saturday morning at the Palestra.

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