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An Embarrassing Misspelling, a Restaurant Scandal, and a Massive Crab Heist: Philly, By the Numbers

A data-driven look at your week in review — and the week to come.


City Life

Data Center Opponents Stage Halloween Protest at City Hall

Things to Do

The Best Things You Can Possibly Do in Philly This Weekend

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Restaurants

Bizarre Silk City Incident Takes Bad Service to a Whole New Level

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Property

Living in Northern Liberties: A Neighborhood Guide

The city’s first industrial suburb has become a post-industrial hot spot.

City Life

Philly Today: Shootings Have Plummeted to Pre-Pandemic Levels

And homicides are headed that way as well. Plus, Cecily Tynan tried her best to clear up eclipse misinformation.

City Life

10 Bonkers Things That Happened at WrestleMania 40

Our favorite moments, from Jason Kelce to the return of The Rock to South Street antics that could only happen here

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Property

Just Listed in the Poconos: Contemporary Log House in Lake Ariel

Rustic coziness meets modern style and amenities in The Hideout.

The Lansdowne storefront of Delco's Crisp Chik'n, the Philadelphia region's best alternative to Chick-fil-A
Restaurants

The Region’s Best Chick-fil-A Alternative Is Expanding

If you love Chick-fil-A’s food but not its reputation, Crisp Chik’n has what you’re looking for.

City Life

Yes, Philadelphia Is Safer Than They Say on TV

The city has made the national news far too often recently for incidents involving crime and public safety. A new administration has big plans to change — and correct — the narrative.


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Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

All the candidates — including PA governor and U.S. reps — on the ballot on November 3rd.

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly


City Life

An Optimist’s Guide to Philadelphia

From crime to trash to the economy, there are thousands of reasons to feel bullish about the future of our amazing city.

Property

12 New Philly Real Estate Projects to Dream On

Who’s bullish about Philadelphia? Developers. Lots of them.From sprawling life-sciences complexes to a face-lift for 30th Street Station to downtown-redefining highway-cap parks, here are the projects we’re unabashedly excited about.

City Life

Why Allan Domb Is Upbeat About Philly’s Economy

The developer and former City Councilperson knows a thing or two about finances. Here’s why he’s bullish on the economy in Philadelphia

City Life

10 Philly Voices That Give Us Hope for the Future of City Politics

After so much politics-as-usual, the tide feels like it could be turning, thanks to a group of politicians, activists, and community advocates, some new and some simply bringing new energy.

Restaurants

5 Big Reasons to Be Optimistic About Philly’s Food Scene

After a tumultuous few years, Philadelphia’s dining scene has come roaring back.

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The Best Fall Festivals to Check Out This Season in Philly

The Best Fall Festivals to Check Out This Season in Philly

Mark your calendars to celebrate, eat, and explore your way through Philly.

Best of Philly 2026

Best of Philly 2026

Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2026: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.


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City Life

Believe It Or Not, Philadelphia Is Getting Cleaner

Fewer plastic bags! More street sweeping! And other reasons to feel like litter is on the retreat.

A USGS "shake map" of the earthquake felt in Philadelphia on Friday morning
City Life

The Great Philadelphia Earthquake of 2024

Who felt it. And who didn’t.

Restaurants

This Steakhouse Is More Than Just Beef

Joey Chops in Malvern is going beyond steaks with lobster dumplings and salmon Wellington.

SEPTA's new fare gates at 69th Street Station are supposed to prevent fare evasion
City Life

SEPTA’s New “High-Tech” Fare Gates Are Astonishingly Easy to Beat

The agency insists the devices will curb fare evasion. Others, including SEPTA employees, aren’t so sure.

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