People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
Philly Today: Is Johnny Doc Broke? Sure Sounds Like It.
Plus: Bucks County continues to be a terrible place to live. And is Philly really the 8th worst city in the world for traffic?
Philly Today: Celebrity Hairstylist Martino Cartier Sues HSN for $50 Million After They Fired Him Last Week
Plus, Philadelphia Eagles wives pre-game better than you.
Philly Today: Controversy Erupts After Main Line Cops Tase Black Woman In Wawa Parking Lot
Plus: Eagles playoff tickets go on sale.
Philly Today: Broad Street Run Changes Race Date Due to Phillies Game
Plus, Philly’s tranq problems hits the front page of the New York Times. And could our curfew actually be leading to more crime?
Q&A: Merrill Reese Picks the Best Eagles Ever and Talks Our Super Bowl Chances
He’s been the voice on the radio for Eagles games for more than 45 years.
Philly Today: Police Investigating NYE Sexual Assault at Garage Fishtown
A woman was reportedly attacked inside the bar on New Year’s Eve.
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.
4 Reasons Michael Nutter Running for Mayor Would Be Totally Fascinating
The former mayor considering a political comeback is what this dry, crowded race needs right now.
Q&A: Sue Serio Talks Blown Forecasts, Snow-Day Prospects, and Delco Dining
The Fox 29 meteorologist just celebrated 25 years at the station.
Philly Today: Main Line Billionaire Michael Rubin Realizes NFTs Are a Load of Crap
Plus: Josh Shapiro taps Al Schmidt for PA secretary of state.
Philly Today: Naturally, Gisele Wears Thrifted Dress to John’s Swearing In With Kamala
And she carried a purse from Center City resale shop Buffalo Exchange. Plus: Michael Nutter for mayor?
Philly Today: Pennsylvania Has Truly Terrible Taste In Liquor
A recently-released PLCB report reveals all. Plus, many Philly streeteries might be forced to go bye-bye next week.
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: Familiar Faces Emerge Behind the Mummers Broadcast Booth
Plus, is that 64 degrees I see in the forecast?!
Meet the Man who Revived the Boulevard Subway
New York transplant Jay Arzu sees the line as one way to make Philadelphia greater.
My 20 Best Philly Mag Interviews of 2022
A TV star (right before she was). Two mayoral candidates (before they were). A beloved radio personality. A true Philly drag diva. A Jeopardy! champ. A guy named Yannick. The list goes on.
The Best Philadelphia Magazine Long Reads of 2022
Profiles of fascinating Philly characters, tales of scandal, a deep-dive into food influencer culture — there was something for everyone published in Philadelphia this year.
