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.
Philly’s At-Risk Youth Need Engagement, Not Criminal Records
The national fear-mongering and oversimplification around the viral Wawa video need to be replaced with mature solutions.
Philly Today: We Only Found 17 People in Philadelphia Who Donated to Dr. Oz
Plus, chaos in Old City, Flower Show tickets, and more of what the city is talking about.
Philly Today: WHYY’s Radio Times to End, Ian Remnants Arrive
Plus, a private security force in Fishtown, Wharton-backed study says the USA is now the fourth best country in the world. And more of what the city is talking about today,.
Philly Today: $40,000 Reward In After-School Shooting, Surveillance Video Released
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Philly Today: Larry Krasner Bombs Fox 29 Interview
Plus, the after-school shooting, Kenney’s new gun ban, and more of what the city is talking about.
This Philly Wawa Now Closes for an Hour Each Afternoon to Avoid Students
And it’s literally across the street from the local police station.
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.
Philly Today: Wawa’s Best (or Is It the Worst?) Sandwich Returns
Plus, a very Philly moment in that disturbing Wawa video, a new state park near us, and more of what we feel like telling you about right now.
Philly Today: Strange Lights in the Sky, Eagles Wreck Wentz
“It just disappeared!” said one observer of the so-called UFO. “Oh my God. It just disappeared.”
Will Sports Betting Change What It Means to Be a Fan in Philly?
For the next generation of sports fans, gambling has become a primary entry point.
Philly Today: Delco Dad’s Awesome Halloween App Helps You Find the Best Displays
Plus, Marc Vetri’s new steakhouse, public toilets, and more of what we feel like telling you about today.
Philly Today: The Abbott Elementary Season Two Reviews Are In
Plus: When Dollar Dog Night saves your life. And more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
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.
Democrats Need to Stop Fighting With Each Other if They Want to Win in November
Selfish moves by Philly Dems risk turning off voters and inciting party rancor — a recipe for midterms disaster.
Delco Woman Says Granddaughter’s McDonald’s Happy Meal Came With Shards of Glass
Upper Darby grandmother Angela Greene claims she found an unwelcome surprise in the box. And the store doesn’t deny it.
Philly Today: Main Line Fashionista Claims Louis Vuitton Stole Her Designs, Hate Cancels OutFest
Plus, bad behavior at PHL. And more of what the city is (or should be) talking about.
The Always Sunny Gang Played the Met During the Eagles’ Home Opener, and Philly Fans Lost Their Minds
Eagles gear was as common in the crowd as Paddy’s Pub t-shirts and Green Man bodysuits, but these fans had made their choice.
