Topic: Rail Post
K & A Makes a Presidential Race Appearance
This week, Republican Vivek Ramaswamy penned a New York Post op-ed on the dystopia in Kensington. It was full of laughable political pablum. But he was also kinda right
By Larry PlattI-95 as a Model for Fixing Schools?
The powerful head of Philadelphia’s Building Trades on having the same sense of urgency when it comes to education as a collapsed road
By Ryan N. BoyerOur Bulletproof History
The monument President Biden established for Emmett Till and his mother is a loud rejoinder to those who would erase Black history — and Black humanity
By James PetersonA Manayunk Mainstay
In the first of a new series, the legendary photographer and chef stops in at Sorrentino’s, a 40-year-old institution that is the "heartbeat of the neighborhood."
By Reuben HarleyDo The House Dems Want to Lose Power?
In the budget fight over school vouchers, the Dems have overplayed their hand politically … and invited mega-donor Jeff Yass to flip their already tenuous majority
By Larry PlattParking Permit Hell
Our Mystery Shopper just wanted to pay for their residential parking permit. Why, oh why, was it so hard?
By Citizen Mystery ShopperA Local Experiment in Scandinavian Justice
An ongoing research study at the state prison in Chester is looking at how Scandinavian-style changes could make prison safer, more productive and more effective — for inmates, workers and the community.
By Christina GriffithPhilly, Take Your Outdoor Activities … Indoors
Rain, haze and heat make it tough to be outside in Philly this summer. Here, some places to go to feel like you’re outdoors while inside
By Olivia KramThe Letter that Sank School Vouchers in PA
A former Tom Wolfe staffer on one critical misstep of school choice advocates in the state
By Mark NicastreBiking 158 miles from Philly to Harrisburg
The nonprofit We Love Philly is leading a bike ride from August 17 to August 20 to raise awareness for Act 158. Join them for all or part of the journey in support of high school students throughout the Commonwealth.
By Jessica Blatt Press