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'Free Meek' Is a Portrait of America's Broken Justice System
Meek Mill's new Amazon docuseries contextualizes his experiences in the larger problem of mass incarceration and state supervision in the U.S.
The Philly Police Department May Actually Fire Some Racist Cops
If the department proceeds with that plan, it will be the most concrete step taken to date to punish those officers.
Seven of Tierra Whack's Most Colorful Freestyles
Her off-the-wall oddball flows are captivating and deserve your attention.
How Police Are Dealing with Officers Spewing Hate Online
Hundreds of officers are being scrutinized for racist and homophobic Facebook posts.
Philadelphia's Oil Refinery Explosion Is America’s Third Major Dirty Fuel Facility Fire in 6 Months
The “largest refining complex on the Eastern seaboard” exploded this morning at 4 a.m. A New York Con Ed facility and a Texas petrochemical facility have also experienced major fires in the past six months.
72 Police Officers in Philly Just Got Put on Desk Duty for Writing Violent and Racist Facebook Posts
“We are equally as disgusted by many of the posts that you saw and in many cases, the rest of the nation saw."
Philadelphia Is Building a $50 Million Esports Stadium
Comcast’s 3,500-seat stadium will give East Coast esports fans a dedicated space to cheer on their favorite teams.
Philadelphians Push Back Against Plans to Open Starbucks in City Hall
“Building a freaking Starbucks in one of our parks is without a doubt crossing my line,” wrote one blogger.
This Home Has Five Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, and [Squints] a Sex Dungeon?
Great house if you have a family. Or want to make one.
We Went on an Exhaustive Gritty-Inspired Philadelphia Food Crawl
Because Philadelphia is the best fucking city in the world and you bet your ass we’re gonna jump on the chance to expense a cheesesteak.
Doctors and Emergency Workers Tell Us About the Toll of Treating Gunshot Victims
After the NRA told doctors to stay in their lane on gun control, many spoke out about the visceral results of gun violence.
Philly Passes Bill to Give Service Industry Workers More Stable Schedules
The Fair Workweek bill will affect hourly employees across the food, service, and hospitality industries.