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.
Trying to avoid NRA lawsuit.
Sleet and freezing rain affect much of I-95 corridor.
Mathis: She’s been a terrible attorney general, but she deserves fair treatment.
Says Tom Wolf’s policies will make Sunshine State better for Pennsylvania businesses.
Once in hiding, John and Bonnie Raines today are hailed as heroes.
Lon Snowden on the price activists pay for exposing national secrets.
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.
Unions were supposed to anoint the winner. But they’re dismayed by the field.
A lot of things happened this week, but this was the best thing.
For the first time ever.
Cubs, flubs, tubs, schlubs … hey y’all, come in from the cold!
GayBingo hosts a pre-Golden Globes soiree and more.
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.
Smith: What the allegations against the comedian mean to a black man who grew up idolizing him.
With a little help from Martha Graham Cracker.
His council re-elect campaign is underway, but he could still pivot.
