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Philadelphia lawyer and activist Michael Coard, who is an opponent of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and its red-light camera program. He explains how to dispute a red-light camera ticket in Philadelphia.
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Hate Philly’s Red-Light Cameras? Michael Coard Is Here for the Fight

The activist and lawyer says that the PPA, which runs the traffic camera program, is a “street thug.”


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Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

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Are You Philly’s Best Parallel Parker? Now’s Your Chance to Prove It

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AI Bots Stole My Music

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Don Tollefson’s Trial Begins

Was he a “Pied Piper” or Bad Businessman?

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Pa. Ranks 39th in Female Legislators

Women make up just 18 percent of the General Assembly.

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Christie Expected to Make Presidential Decision This Month

Jeb Bush entry into GOP field has sped up Jersey governor’s timetable.

Boxers Releases Sexy 2015 Calendar

Featuring bartenders from Philly and NYC.

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Milton Street “Without Question” Will Run for Mayor

And he tells us he’ll announce it at a funeral parlor.

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Wolf: Fracking Tax Still Full Steam Ahead

Even though a production “glut” is killing the price.


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.


Today’s City Reads

Keeping an eye on L&I and an end to savesies in Boston’s South End.

8 Gay Things to Do This Week

Miss Everything 2 begins, Adore Delano, the Britney Prophecies and more.

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Game On: Trujillo Camp Knocks Abraham

Team Trujillo likens Abraham to Boehner and Corbett after her Obama remarks.

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Video: Philly Zoo’s Lion Cubs Experience Their First Snow

All together now: Awwwwwww.

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Photos from the Great Philly Snow Dusting of 2015

What will happen when we get a foot?

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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.


PETITION: TLC Should Cancel My Husband’s Not Gay

Activists say the show sets a dangerous precedent.

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Philly’s Coffee Can of Justice

The folly of electing judges through a combo of sheer luck and machine politics.

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Philly’s Murder Rate Is Low. So What?

Why the homicide rate may not tell us much about our safety.

Big Bucks in Frothy Johnson-Feibush Campaign

Feibush put in at least $250,000, doubling contribution limits.

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