People, Places, News & Views
People, Places, News & Views
Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.
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.
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.
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.
Philly Today: They’re Even Celebrating the Phillies in San Diego
Plus, Trump targets Philly, Laban dumps his bells, Nick Nolte takes Center City.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Philly Today: Mail-In Ballot Requests “Far Below Expectations”
Plus, one less reason to grumble about your Comcast bill.
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.
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.
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.
Friday Was a Strange Morning at WMMR
Pierre Robert and the Preston & Steve cast addressed the “elephant in the room” — and played a very interesting selection of music.
Philly Today: WMMR Corporate Overlords Respond to Blowup at Station
Plus, a magical Mastriano matchup… and plenty of fun stuff to do this weekend.
Philly Today: The Great Rocky vs. Annie Musical Battle
Plus, Wawa heads to Alabama (?!) though could potentially scale back its Philadelphia presence. Driving in Philly sucks. And more of what the city is talking about right now.
