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Protesters of the war in Gaza at an encampment at Philadelphia's Drexel University, which is now on lockdown
City Life

Drexel University on Lockdown Amid Protests and Encampment

“This encampment must end,” insists Drexel’s prez. Plus: Penn students not allowed at commencement.


Things to Do

123 Things to Do in Philly This Week and Weekend

City Life

Tips for Traveling With Pets (or Leaving Them in Philly)

City Life

I Don’t Know Who Anybody Is Anymore. And I Don’t Care

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

Latest Stories

an abandoned carnival ride
City Life

Philly Today: Is This the Death of the Carnival?

Violence and rowdy behavior lead to carnival cancelations.

City Life

Inside the Epic Search for Philly’s Next Tuba Master

The ultra-exclusive Curtis Institute of Music accepts only one tuba student at a time.

Foobooz

Where to Get Water Ice in Philly

Wooder you waiting for? (Sorry.)

University of Pennsylvania protesters, who were targeted by a GoFundMe threatening to pay a Mariachi band to play next to the protest 24 hours a day
City Life

Guy Raises $46,000 to Annoy University of Pennsylvania Protesters

The plan involved a mariachi band.

Philadelphia Wedding

Here’s How to Incorporate Kids Into Your Wedding

Life-cycle celebrant and officiant Alisa Tongg shares special ways she’s seen couples honor the children in their lives.

Former WMMR employee "Pancake" with WMMR DJ Pierre Robert
City Life

Philly Today: Inside the Major Staffing Shakeup at WMMR

Employees at the historic Philadelphia rock-and-roll station are downright nervous.


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The 150 Most Influential Philadelphians

The 150 Most Influential Philadelphians

Our celebration of the 150 most influential Philadelphians who have shaped where we’ve been and those who are determining our future

All Hail the Hoagie

All Hail the Hoagie

Our all-you-can-eat guide to the true king of Philadelphia sandwiches. 

Foobooz

Meet the Baker Behind Philly’s Dreamiest Cakes

Dreamworld Bakes’s Ashley Huston talks about making the move from micro-bakery to cafe, the importance of representation as a Black baker, and her love of edible glitter.

Be Well Philly

60+ Farmers’ Markets Around Philadelphia and South Jersey

Our ultimate guide to where local growers sell their produce, meat, dairy and more

City Life

Philly Today: Mayor Parker’s Kensington Crackdown Begins

Plus, Main Line dad wins a Pulitzer.

Life & Style

A New Orleans Hotel Inspired This East Passyunk Rowhome Makeover

This Michelle Gage-designed abode brings some Southern hospitality to South Philly.

Foobooz

Everything You Need to Know About Fishtown’s New Sushi Speakeasy

Plus: BOTLD introduces new Bird Gang Spirits tequila, Pub & Kitchen is bringing an Italian concept to the Main Line, and Pat’s reopens with a breakfast sandwich on the menu.

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An Optimist’s Guide to Philadelphia

An Optimist’s Guide to Philadelphia

There are thousands of reasons to feel bullish about the future of our amazing city — all you have to do is look around.
Best of Philly 2023

Best of Philly 2023

Please give a warm welcome to the Best of Philly 2023. Here are the 240 people, places and things making Philadelphia great.


City Life

Philly Today: Mom Finds Loaded Gun at Queen Village Playground

She had hoped it was a toy gun. It wasn’t.

Foobooz

Gass & Main: The Pinnacle of Middle-Class Fancy

From caviar-topped French onion dip to BBQ burnt-end rainbow carrots, Gass & Main’s grown-up approach elevates nostalgic classics.

Mayor Cherelle Parker, an advocate of year round school in Philadelphia (Getty Images)
City Life

Philly Today: Sounds Like Year-Round School Really Is Coming to Philadelphia

Plus, Michael Smerconish gets canceled, both figuratively and literally.

City Life

Horseshoe Crabs Are About to Have an Orgy on Delaware Bay Beaches. Here’s What’s Threatening It

It’s a breathtaking wildlife bacchanal that only happens here, and some pretty major forces (climate change, Big Pharma) are conspiring against it. Can science save this symbiotic spectacle?

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