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.
63 deaths were of people over the age of 65.
Proposes rules to let municipalities provide competing Internet service.
Says she’s done nothing wrong: “I’m here to stay.”
Philly legend turns 50, says “juices flowing” for more top fights.
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.
Audit says the state’s cities are $7.7 billion under water.
U.S. Marshals say Tam Le attempted to escape through the ceiling of a Motel 6 bathroom.
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 Everyday Feminism writer shares her local lady crushes.
Organization says city has “openly defied state law for decades.”
A Q&A with refinery CEO Phil Rinaldi.
