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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.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

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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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Philadelphia sports fan Rob Dunphy showing off his philadelphia eagles and phillies tattoos, which he says he plans to add to if we win the world series
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Naturally, We Had to Check In With Rob Dunphy About His Insane Philly Sports Tattoos

The collection has grown since he went viral in 2019. And if the Phillies win the World Series (he says Phillies in six), he’ll get yet another.

john fetterman and dr. oz square off in debate
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Philly Today: I Watched Fetterman-Oz Debate with the Most MAGA Man I Know

Plus, feds charge six with massive COVID-fraud scheme and MLB poll has Phillies winning the World Series.

illustrations of former phillies personalities charlie manuel, jimmy rollins and john kruk
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These Are Our 6 Favorite Phillies Interviews We’ve Done Over the Years

A nostalgic look back at some true characters and great players.

philadelphia orchestra conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin, who just won yet another Grammy and extended his contract
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Q&A: Yannick Talks Cheesesteaks, His Cats, and Why He Loves Philly So Much

Ten years after he joined the Philadelphia Orchestra as music director, Montreal’s Yannick Nézet-Séguin has become a true Philly star.

Rebecca Rhynhart
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Philly Today: Rebecca Rhynhart to Run for Mayor

Plus, the Krasner kerfuffle, unwanted ice cream, and the entire world agrees that the Astros will beat the Phillies in the World Series.

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Phillies Clinch World Series Berth and Broad Street Goes Nuts

Poles were climbed, fireworks went off, Elmo came out, dance-offs erupted. It was pure joy.


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.


some sand art in San Diego celebrating the phillies going to the world series
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Philly Today: They’re Even Celebrating the Phillies in San Diego

Plus, Trump targets Philly, Laban dumps his bells, Nick Nolte takes Center City.

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10 Years Later, an Oral History of Superstorm Sandy

A decade after Sandy made furious landfall at the Jersey Shore, the region is still feeling her effects. The story, and the legacy, in the words of the people who lived through it.

philadelphia district attorney larry krasner, who is being sued by ex-cop Ryan Pownall
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Philly Today: Larry Krasner Slammed in Ex-Cop Ryan Pownall’s Federal Lawsuit

Plus, a South Philly traffic nightmare, more problems at Wawa (in the ‘burbs!), and more of what the city is talking about right now.

annick Nézet-Séguin and members of the Philadelphia Orchestra, which has canceled its 2023 China tour over China's COVID policies
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Philly Today: Philadelphia Orchestra Cancels China Plans Over COVID Policies

Plus, streetery drama, avocado madness, Jason Kelce sings, and more of what the city is talking about right now.

James Douglas Rahm of South Philadelphia at the Capitol riot on January 6th
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Philly Today: South Philly Man Who Said He “Pissed” in Pelosi’s Office Convicted

“Time to find some brass and kick some frickin’ ass,” he declared in a video he took on January 6th. Plus: Larry Krasner! Free avocados! The Phillies!

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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.


Opinion

Ex-Cop Ryan Pownall’s Case Should Be Krasner’s Humbling Moment

The Philadelphia District Attorney’s office has become so politically polarizing that it’s beginning to drop the ball for its own causes.

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Philly Today: Mail-In Ballot Requests “Far Below Expectations”

Plus, one less reason to grumble about your Comcast bill.

Longform

How the Always-Smiling, Always-Practicing Tyrese Maxey Became the “Absolute Key” for the Sixers

Three years ago, Maxey was playing high-school basketball. Now, on the eve of his third NBA season, Philly fans have embraced him with unprecedented verve, and Daryl Morey has called him the “absolute key” to the Sixers’ title chances. No pressure, kid.

even this cowboys fan who was at the cowboys eagles game in philadelphia now knows that dallas sucks
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Philly Today: Even This Guy Knows Dallas Sucks

Plus, the City of Philadelphia’s former treasurer obtained his citizenship fraudulently and didn’t bother filing his taxes. Because of course.

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