Anna Orso was a reporter/curator at Billy Penn from 2014 to 2017. More by Anna Orso

Dissecting the Phillies-Braves play that almost broke John Kruk
Should Castellanos have let the foul ball drop? Statisticians say the outfielder did the right thing.

No more ‘brain drain’: Philadelphia is gaining young college graduates faster than other U.S. cities
A new report from Campus Philly shows progress.
by Julia Merola

The impressive legacy of Joanne A. Epps, the late Temple acting president who inspired generations in Philadelphia and beyond
In addition to her educational work, she was considered one of the most influential Black women lawyers in the nation.
by Asha Prihar

Philadelphia leaders set course for New Orleans | Opinion
Interesting people in interesting places, with GPLEX co-chairs shining bright

Free little treats you can get when Philly sports teams do well, from beer to burgers and more
Plus one that doesn’t even require a win.
by Asha Prihar

Philadelphia just received the ‘largest investment’ in its urban forest in decades
The $12 million USDA grant will be a major budget boost for the Philly Tree Plan, which aims to make tree coverage more equitable.
by Meir Rinde

What the decision against the Philly Ethics Board means for big money in local politics
Was Jeff Brown’s coordination with a super PAC “subverting the law” or business as usual?
by Meir Rinde

South Philly’s hugely popular Korshak Bagels is closing its doors for good
The poet-chef owner said he’s not willing to automate, and without that the finances just don’t work.
by Ali Mohsen

Philly students are being taught to ‘counter’ shooters in new school shooting drills
Called ALICE, the controversial training is being implemented because the old procedure didn’t include the option to evacuate, the district says.

125 years ago, a cross-country murder case gave new meaning to the term ‘death by chocolate’
Delaware couple John and Mary Dunning did not have a happy marriage.
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