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.
Another crude-oil train derailed over the weekend. Here’s how we make Philadelphia safer.
For the first time ever.
A veteran urban warrior’s final quest.
A look at who’s behind more than $200 million in charitable donations in 2014.
Weymouth: And I belong on … South Street?
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.
Your Philly conundrums solved.
Welcome to Citified’s 2015 Philadelphia election calendar. We’re tracking mayoral forums, City Council mud fights, campaign rallies and more. To submit an event, fill out […]
“People” magazine claims they’ve confirmed the news.
“I stepped over the line,” he says in a video statement. He’s resigned immediately.
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.
The results of a long Right-to-Know battle.
“How will the Philadelphia Parking Authority possibly miss spotting the glowing pink mustaches?”
Marti Gould Cummings, the Black and Gold Ball, Ladie Geisha’s bento box and more.
