Michael Newmuis takes us behind the scenes of America’s 250th birthday celebration, and the effort to make sure Philadelphia’s biggest year benefits the city long after the crowds leave.
Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Bars in Philadelphia
From sidewalk cafes to sunny beer gardens, these dog-friendly destinations make it easy to toast the season with your four-legged friends.
Inside One South Philly Couple’s Cat Nightmare
$40,000 in attorney fees and 20 visits from the PSPCA have not conquered the stench that is ruining their lives. “I don’t want to live like this,” says their neighbor, the cat owner.
Emma Copley Eisenberg Talks Fat Liberation, South Philly, and Her Brand-New Book
The acclaimed South Philly novelist is back with a new work of fiction, set in and around Philadelphia.
The 2026 Top Doctors List Is Here
Our all-new list: the 3,086 best physicians in the Philadelphia region, as chosen by their peers.
This Philly Barber Is Pairing Haircuts With Health Care
Inspired by his own medical crisis, Al Dashiell is bringing registered nurses into his Center City barber shop, Chopped P.H.D., to help clients stay healthy.
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.
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.
Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly
Dear Kimberly: How Can We Cope With Despair?
When it feels like the world is without hope, how do we move forward with what each day demands of us?
Nighttime Economy Unit Aims to Make a Scene With “Weeknights Live” Series
The free, weekly series brings live music to Center City, East Passyunk, and Baltimore Avenue.
New “These Truths“ Exhibit Dives Deep Into the Declaration of Independence
A new exhibit at the American Philosophical Society Museum examines the first 50 years of the most revered document in our nation’s history and how we feel about it today.
Event Recap: The Man Who Paid for America
What we learned from author, businessman and Citizen supporter Richard Vague about Thomas Willing, America’s first banker
Where Philly’s James Beard Nominees Like to Eat (and Drink)
From an Italian seafood grill in South Philly to Korean barbecue in the north, here’s where this year’s nominees are eating and drinking around the city.
Eat your way through your neighborhood and soak up the sunshine at these spring celebrations.
Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2025: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.
Don’t Look Now … But Philly Is Safe
How the hell did that happen? And why is the mayor not taking more credit for it?
It Is Now Safe to Care About the Flyers
In a season full of ups and downs, first-year head coach Rick Tocchet and an unexpected core of rising stars has given the city’s most devoted fan base hope.
What We’re Loving Right Now: Cruise-Worthy Looks for Your Tropical Trip
With Norwegian Cruise Line now sailing between Philly and Bermuda, we’ve got our sights set on vacation-ready style.
Your Guide to Earth Day Events and Volunteering Around Philly
From volunteering to kids’ activities, there’s something for everyone looking to celebrate and protect our planet.
