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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.


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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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Wolf Goes to Battle With GOP

Voids last-minute appointments made at end of Tom Corbett’s term.

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Winter Weather on Way for Weekend

Mix of snow and rain will make roads slick, probably delay flights.

News

Madison Holleran’s Notes Dispel Myth of the Selfish Suicide

Spikol: The Penn track star’s generosity extended beyond the gifts she left.

News

Martinez Is Not Running For Mayor

Trujillo wanted her to get into the race.

Court Rules SRC Can’t Void PFT Contract

Huge victory for teachers means district must find another way to save $54 million.

News

Will New Blog Bring WHYY, Philly.com Together?

The two media outlets are expected to collaborate in covering the mayor’s race.


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

South Jersey Police Shooting Draws National Attention

After Ferguson and New York, a new incident raises questions, ire.

Amazon Offering Transparent For Free This Saturday

And Prime memberships for $72.

The Land Bank is Philly’s Best Chance to Fight Blight

Citified insider Jay McCalla has it wrong, land bank advocate argues.

News

N.J. Voters: Christie Wouldn’t Be Very Good President

According to a new Quinnipiac poll.

News

Kenney Sets Meeting With Campaign Consultants

With Trujillo out, the councilman sees a Kenney-sized opening in the mayoral race.

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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.


Philly Named 9th Kinkiest City in the Nation

Harrisburg made a small showing, too.

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Greenlee: Paid Sick Leave Will Become Law With or Without Mayor

Councilman says he has the votes to override a veto.

Former Police Detective Indicted in Murder Case

Prosecutors say he helped his girlfriend, the suspect, evade police, after stabbing her estranged lover.

Fire Island Pines Gay Resort Being Auctioned Today

How will it affect your summer plans?

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