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Love, Loss, and a Main Line Ponzi Scheme: The Amazing Second Chapter of Kami Verne

After her husband swindled some of Philadelphia’s wealthiest people, decimated her picture-perfect Main Line life, and went to prison, Kami Verne doubled down on the only thing she still trusted: love.


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Former UArts Building Gets a Second Act

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Fight at the Museum: Inside the Collapse of the Academy of Natural Sciences

A rat like the ones in Philadelphia PETA wants us to stop poisoning
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PETA’s Answer for Philly’s Massive Rat Problem? Birth Control

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Report: 10 Firefighters Could be Disciplined in Sex Scandal

More than 40 people interviewed in the case.

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Christie and Vaccines: What They’re Saying

The New Jersey governor stirred up a hornet’s nest with comments.

The Brief: Philly’s DNC Bid Gains Mo’

Plus, the coming liberation of food trucks and the first whiff of dark money in the mayoral race.

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Unions Lose Latest Round With Convention Center

Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board officer says it doesn’t have jurisdiction.

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Philadelphia’s Dollar-Store Election

It’s suddenly grown a whole lot cheaper to win the mayor’s seat.

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After Round One, Johnson-Feibush a Draw

The deep-pocketed developer and the connected pol raised a lot of money.


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.


Man Crush Monday: Brendan Patrick

The sometimes blue-haired drag queen on his local dude crushes.

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Arcadia University to Host “Letters to Trayvon” Event

February weekend will celebrate the life and legacy of Trayvon Martin.

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Parents Group to Host Anti-Testing Seminar at School District HQ

The Philadelphia Home and School Council will teach parents how their children can opt out.

Interview With Michael Callahan

Our former editor on his new book Searching for Grace Kelly

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Ken Trujillo Raised $368K Last Year

Live updates on Campaign Finance Reporting Day.

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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.


How Stella Got His Foreskin Back: ManHood

A Canadian company uses science to help restore sexual health.

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PPA Conducts Sting Operation Against Lyft Drivers

The just-debuted service is illegal in Philly.

Gay Couple Chosen to Be Married on Mural Arts Love Train Tour

Neal Santos and Andrew Olson.

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Does Comcast Pricing Create Its Customer Service Problems?

If you’re not being an a-hole, you’re probably paying too much for cable.

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