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For Joe Torsella, the Play’s the Thing

Politics, it turns out, is not. The former state treasurer has drinks and conversation with longtime friend and Fringe founder Nick Stuccio.


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Game On: Why Now Is the Moment for Women’s Sports in Philly

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Philly’s Neighborhood Pharmacies Might Just Save Us. Can We Save Them?

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Analog Your Life: A Philadelphian’s Guide

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Tollefson Scheduled for Trial Today

Ex-sportscaster accused of selling fake trips to ticket buyers.

Lynne Abraham Running For Mayor of Philadelphia
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Lynne Abraham on Pot, Ferguson, the Schools and More

Our Q&A with the former D.A.

Welcome to Citified

Phillymag’s new channel on urban affairs.

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Funeral Set for Shane Montgomery

Family says his death is ruled an accident.

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Temple’s $100 Million Bad Idea

Mathis: Three reasons the university shouldn’t build an on-campus football stadium.

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Chris Christie Is Driving Everybody Crazy With This Cowboys Thing

Todd Christie comes to his defense.


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.


Brian Sims Reaches the Top of Mt. Kilimanjaro

Why his African guides called him “Kiduku.”

What’s Our Problem With Michael Nutter?

Why don’t we like one of the best mayors we’ve ever had?

What’s in Store for Philly in 2015

Our plugged-in staff takes a crack at predicting the future.

Opinion

The Icing on the Butter Cake

The Northeast’s infamous calorie-bomb now has its own T-shirt.

The Best Thing That Happened This Week

2014 ended. Duh.

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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.


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Shane Montgomery’s Body Found in Schuylkill

His family made the announcement on Saturday.

Indonesian Tried to Board Plane in Philly With Hidden Knives

They were “from God,” he claimed.

What’s Up With the New Mexican Place next to Woody’s?

Rosewood Tex-Mex seems a little ramshackle.

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Terry Gillen Ends Mayoral Campaign

She leaves behind a growing field.

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