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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.
Q&A

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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News

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Q&A

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

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Longform

AI Bots Stole My Music

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Mark Zuckerberg, whose companies Meta, Facebook and Instagram are being sued alleging they cause addiction and injuries like eating disorders and depression, testifying before Congress in 2019
News

Philly Woman Slams Facebook and Instagram in New Lawsuit, Claiming They Harmed Her

She says she became addicted to the platforms as a minor and that her interactions on them led to depression and an eating disorder, among other conditions.

Longform

This Is Why Prescription Drugs Have Such Weird-Ass Names

And why you can’t get the Ozempic jingle out of your head.

Q&A

Kevin Bacon on Cheesesteaks, Playing Villains, and “Six Degrees”

The “professional pretender” talks about playing vile characters, as he does in Showtime’s new season of City on a Hill.

News

Philly Massage Therapist Booking Appointments Despite Sexual Assault Charge, Suspended License

A state official has called Eric Elliott an “immediate and clear danger to the public health and safety.” And yet, he’s still practicing.

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News

America250 Announces Leadership Change Amid Planning Turmoil

The latest chapter in the ongoing drama surrounding the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026.

Q&A

Ryan Long on His Best of Philly Picks, His Wawa Order, and the Eagles

Philly’s winningest Jeopardy contestant shares his gripe with the Rocky statue and the person he’s a little scared to face in the Tournament of Champions.


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

Jim Kenney Said He Hasn’t Met With Murder Victims’ Families. Past Mayors Took a Different Approach.

We reached out to Philly’s previous mayors to see how they handled interactions with families of homicide victims.

Opinion

Summer Shouldn’t Be Canceled in Black Neighborhoods Due to Gun Violence

The recent shutdowns of several Black community events reinforce racial double standards and political hypocrisy.

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News

Two Lower Merion Students Want to Make Your Beach Trip 20 Times Easier

The rising juniors just launched Perfect Beach Day NJ in two Jersey Shore towns. And they already have their eyes on expansion.

Longform

How My Local Buy Nothing Group Made the Suburbs Feel Like a Real Place

The gifting economy offers exactly the kind of low-stakes engagement I never knew I needed before COVID.

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News

Anti-Abortion Activists Are Making a Ton of Fake Online Appointments to Clog the System

“It’s technological warfare,” says one.

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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.


Guides

8 Lesser-Known Abortion Funds to Support Post-Roe

Planned Parenthood isn’t the only abortion provider offering support to those seeking abortions. Here are eight other organizations you can donate to today.

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Opinion

It’s Official: We’re Giving Mayor Kenney a Worst of Philly Award

Hell, we aren’t even doing a Worst of Philly this year. But whatever. Call it special circumstances.

Opinion

Celebrating Independence Day After Roe Was Overturned Feels Hollow

July 4th doesn’t feel festive in America when half the population’s liberties are being threatened.

News

With Western PA Abortion Clinics Overwhelmed, Philly-Area Facilities See Patients From Ohio and West Virginia

“They can’t even answer the phones quick enough. The callback time is three days, not even the scheduling time. To get the clinic to call you back for the abortion is three days.”

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