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Three Quick Wins for Cherelle Parker
Here’s how our new mayor can make friends with her constituents right quick
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyPhilly Was First
Philadelphians invented Girl Scout Cookies, bubblegum, the American schoolhouse, the computer — and the research that led to Covid-19 vaccines. Here are ways to celebrate the many firsts from our city on the first of this new year
By Jessica Blatt PressThe Historic, Wacky, Disappointing, Rage-Inducing, Hopeful Year that Was … 2023
Whether you’re happy to see the back of 2023, or it was your best year ever, Philadelphians cared, as always, about the things that mattered — and some that didn’t. Here’s what it means for 2024
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThanksgiving with Nan
The legendary photographer and chef recalls how his families gatherings went down — and offers a couple of tips for making your turkey tastier
By Reuben HarleyThe War Comes to the Penn Boardroom
Wealthy Jewish donors in revolt. Pro-Palestinian students shouting vile things. A university President embattled. Isn’t this just what the terrorists want?
By Larry PlattWho Is David Adelman?
A conversation with the local entrepreneur, philanthropist and 76ers Place exec on how he got here, and what he’s learned
Parking Permit Hell
Our Mystery Shopper just wanted to pay for their residential parking permit. Why, oh why, was it so hard?
By Citizen Mystery ShopperEvery Voice Every Vote
“We Buy Houses.” Philadelphians Lose Out.
According to a new report by Drexel Metro Finance, investors prey on homeowners in distressed communities. That could mean hundreds of millions of dollars lost citywide
By Bruce Katz, Ben Preis and Kevin GillenJalen Hurts, Unburdened
What does a Black QB have to do to get love? Ours may be showing the way
By Larry Platt