People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
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.
The Always Sunny Gang Played the Met During the Eagles’ Home Opener, and Philly Fans Lost Their Minds
Eagles gear was as common in the crowd as Paddy’s Pub t-shirts and Green Man bodysuits, but these fans had made their choice.
Philly Today: Actual Celebs Come Out for Eagles Game, Dr. Oz Quacks in Kensington
Bradley Cooper! Quinta Brunson! Plus more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
Philly Today: Satan Scores Another Victory in Delco
Plus: pre-dawn Eagles tailgating, a looming deadline, and more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
Philly Today: Santorum Lathers Up Delco for Mastriano
Plus: students need “parental pronoun approval” at one local school. And more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
Philly Today: PLCB Double Charges Many Customers Due to Glitch
Check your credit card account if you’ve bought wine or booze in the last week. Plus more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
Philly Today: Can We Talk About These Ridiculous Property Assessments for a Moment?
Plus: Did Dr. Oz abuse puppies? And more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope
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.
Buzz Bissinger on Why He Refuses to Teach His Book Friday Night Lights at Penn
Plus, his leather obsession, his new book, and how he felt about ghostwriting for Caitlyn Jenner.
Shakeup on Council Is Good, But These Former Councilmembers Leave Big Shoes to Fill
With the resignations of Councilmembers Domb, Green, Parker and Quiñones-Sánchez, City Hall won’t be the same. There’s some good to that, but their presence on Council will also be missed.
Philly Today: Sheryl Lee Ralph Gave the Best Emmy Speech Ever Last Night
Plus: You can own a piece of Elon Musk’s days at Penn! And more of what Philly is (or should be) talking about.
We Need More Black Teachers. Here’s How to Make That Happen
Because Black teachers are critical for the success of Black students, we need to work even harder to recruit and retain them, says urban educator and writer Rann Miller.
Philly Today: Main Line Mom Racks Up 40 Million Views for Adorable Back-to-School Video
Plus: “Dr. Oz wears pants.” And more of the news the city is (or should be) talking about.
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.
Can the First Philadelphia Polo Classic Make the City a Pony Town?
Work to Ride phenom Kareem Rosser is aiming to make the city a force in the polo world.
Philly Today: Local TV Outlets Have Officially Gone Queen Elizabeth Crazy
Plus, Wegmans ditches plastic, some Eagles and Phils news, and more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
Can a Sex Shop Just Open In Your Neighborhood Without Permission?
NoLibs residents want to know now that Hustler Hollywood is invading their space. The answer isn’t a simple yes or no.
REC Philly Gets $2 Million Investment From Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs for Miami Expansion
REC Miami will be the creative hub’s first location outside of Philly.
