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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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WATCH: Opera Singer Joyce DiDonato Sing at Stonewall

In memory of a gay man who list his life in an apparent hate crime.

News

Report: Fracking Activists Targeted by Police, Industry

Officials say they’re protecting infrastructure; activists say they’re being hassled.

News

The Brief: A Mayor’s Race Up In Smoke

Will pot be a major issue in the election?

Brace Yourselves: Traffic Circles Are Making a Comeback

Forty new ones are planned throughout Pennsylvania, and Philly’s transport office wants to know where you want yours.

News

Jim Kenney: Pa. Could Sell Legal Pot in State Stores

At a Temple panel, he said the state would be in a good position to legalize marijuana.

News

Police Clerk Accused of ATV Theft

She was once accused of stealing from her dad.


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.


News

Paid Sick Leave Even Closer to Reality

Now with Mayor Nutter’s approval.

Kiesza Coming to Philly This Spring

With special guest Betty Who.

Immigrants Are Saving the Italian Market

Foreign-born small business owners are resuscitating Philly’s commercial corridors.

News

NYT: Christie Enjoys it When People Buy Him Fancy Things

“I relish these experiences.”

News

Queen Village Burglar Caught In Act By Resident

He was caught on video, too.

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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.


News

Council Challengers Rival Incumbents in Cash Game

The at-large race just got more interesting.

News

Main Line Drug Dealer Sentenced to Jail

But he’s eligible for work release in just three months.

10 Gay Things to Do This Week

Cutn Paste spins Azealia Banks, danger drag, a gay bachelor auction and more.

News

Report: Philly Weekly, South Philly Review Sold to Broad Street Media

Review Publishing sheds final two papers.

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