Hayley Williams shouted out her Philly-bred producer and cowriter. Then she pulled her on stage for ‘Parachute.’ Last week, Hayley Williams pulled Philly-raised music producer Steph Marziano on stage to sing "Parachute." Marziano is known for her work with Williams, Jay Som, and Kevin Devine.

Hayley Williams’ “Parachute” guest for night 2 in Philly was the Philly-raised woman responsible for cowriting the song a year ago. She told me about her career, her friendship with Williams, and how the song barely came together in time for Ego Death: share.inquirer.com/mxMcd0

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette avoids closure, will continue to publish thanks to nonprofit sale The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will continue to publish now that it's been purchased by the Baltimore Banner's parent company, turning the paper into a nonprofit news outlet.

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This record shop’s releasing a ‘love letter’ to Delco vinyl with 90-plus tracks of locals-only sounds Greatest Hits Records & Books is producing its first independent release: an LP featuring 92 short tracks that encompass Delco living, with bangers like "Guy Stuck Holding Door at Wawa."

This Media-based record shop’s releasing a ‘love letter’ to Delco on vinyl with 90-plus tracks. It's called "The Sounds of Delco: Vol. 1" and I have all the details plus a hilarious preview track for ya: share.inquirer.com/pL5viU

Thanks, homie! And you know it - just scratched the surface

Great selections from Emily which I’m sure she would agree is just a glimpse of Jax’s options. Also bonus content with photos from the talented Micheal Glass!

The Infatuation tapped me to write about Jacksonville’s sleeper food scene — stacked with Mayport shrimp for days, and a new James Beard nominee I’ve been screaming about for years. It’s one of my proudest clips because it showcases a city I love so dearly. www.theinfatuation.com/jacksonville...

What the Supreme Court’s ruling on Colorado’s conversion therapy ban could mean for Pa. and N.J. “Conversion therapy” refers to a range of discredited practices that critics say are “dangerous.” The practice seeks to change someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity.

The Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday against a Colorado law banning conversion therapy for LGBTQ+ kids in the state. Colorado is one of more than two dozen states that ban conversion therapy — including Pennsylvania and New Jersey: share.inquirer.com/1V6MWM

Bookhaven in Fairmount closes after a nearly 40-year ‘labor of love’ Beloved used bookstore Bookhaven, located in Fairmount, has closed after almost 40 years in business and the building is for sale.

Bookhaven, a beloved used bookstore in Fairmount known for its sprawling selection and very fluffy shop cats, has closed. I spoke with co-owner Rolf Andeer today about the business he grew alongside his wife, Ricci: share.inquirer.com/Z83U9u

A rom-com author caught heat for using the phrase ‘Wawa sub’ in her new book. She’s defending it. B.K. Borison's new book, "And Now, Back to You," includes a line about ordering a "sub" — not a hoagie — from Wawa. Some readers are horrified. Now, the author is doubling down.

B.K. Borison's new book, "And Now, Back to You," includes a line about ordering a "sub" — not a hoagie — from Wawa. Some readers are horrified. Now, the author is doubling down.

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Coming this April: Philadelphians’ will to live returns amid sunshine The spring of deception is soon at an end, making way for water ice, cherry blossoms, and baseball.

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A headline about Donna Kelce's home renovation snowballed into the 'biggest meme of the year' In 48 hours, a TMZ story about Donna Kelce's home remodeling turned into a big ol' internet meme.

Donna Kelce is renovating her Florida home. But you probably already know that if you're online: share.inquirer.com/9N41My

You’re using your Wawa Rewards wrong, according to these enthusiasts Aaron Fisher gained online attention for tracking the best ways to optimize Wawa's rewards program. Now he's sharing his homework with the class.

Aaron Fisher gained online attention for tracking the best ways to optimize Wawa's rewards program. Now he's sharing his homework with the class: share.inquirer.com/e3hww8

Gas prices are set to increase amid Iran war. Here's what we know. What to know about increasing gas prices amid the U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran and what it means for your wallet.

Brace yourself for rising gas prices 📈. I chat with experts who explain: share.inquirer.com/LKcywe

A Minneapolis artist’s custom font, Times New Resistance, autocorrects Trump to ‘felon’ and ICE to ‘goon squad’ Graphic designer Abby Haddican created a free font called Times New Resistance that autocorrects words like "Trump" to "felon" as an act of protest against his administration and ICE.

Minneapolis artist Abby Haddican's custom font, Times New Resistance, autocorrects Trump to ‘felon’ and ICE to ‘goon squad.’ share.inquirer.com/Tro5Kn

Philadelphians are annoying, but we have the best sandwiches and iconic branding, according to ChatGPT analysis Researchers at Oxford and University of Kentucky forced ChatGPT to reveal its biases toward every U.S. state. Chat's view on Philadelphia? Not always great, but we have the best sandwiches.

Philadelphians are annoying, unfriendly, and stressed. But hey, we have the best sandwiches. That’s at least how ChatGPT views the city, according to a new analysis: share.inquirer.com/dmtUlh

Wasserman fallout, explained: Musicians speak out after talent agency’s CEO named in Epstein files A growing list of musicians — including Chappell Roan — are leaving or speaking out against major talent agency, Wasserman, after its founder's emails were uncovered in the Epstein Files.

It’s not just Chappell Roan: I break down the Wasserman fallout in a way that’s easy to understand — and spell out which of your favorite artists are also repped by the mega agency whose CEO was name dropped in the Epstein files: share.inquirer.com/1F65qd

D.C. bagel chain Call Your Mother is coming to Philly Call Your Mother, the popular bagel shop and deli out of Washington, D.C. is opening its first Philadelphia location.

Scoop: Popular D.C. bagel chain Call Your Mother is heading to Philly: share.inquirer.com/XLSIvK

also TIL woodchuck and groundhog are interchangeable

A New Jersey town wants to import out-of-state woodchucks for Groundhog Day celebrations. Gov. Phil Murphy vetoed it. New Jersey's Milltown is struggling to continue its Groundhog Day celebrations because of a lack of access to live groundhogs. A bill to carveout exceptions on groundhog imports was vetoed.

New Jersey's Milltown is struggling to continue its Groundhog Day celebrations because of a lack of access to live groundhogs. A bill to carve out exceptions for out-of-state groundhog imports was vetoed by Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday.

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The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is shutting down Earlier this week, Block Communications also announced the closure of City Paper, a Pittsburgh alt-weekly.

Everything we know about the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's shutdown, including employees finding out via Zoom, concerns of a growing news desert, and the guild's statement: www.inquirer.com/news/pennsyl...

What’s a McRib anyway? McDonald’s faces lawsuit over sandwich’s ingredients McDonald’s faces a proposed class action lawsuit over the authenticity of its McRib sandwich and what it's made of.

In short: at least four people thought the McRib had an actual rib in it and now they're trying to sue McDonald's: share.inquirer.com/r8ORyb

In Taylor Swift’s ‘End of an Era’ docuseries, Philly is everywhere Philly over everybody: From her sweatshirt to the directors involved, a look at all the Philly connections throughout Taylor Swift's new docuseries, 'The End of an Era' we've spotted so far.

Philly over everybody: From her sweatshirt to the directors involved, a look at all the Philly connections throughout Taylor Swift's new docuseries, 'The End of an Era,' I've spotted so far:

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#Jaguars DE Travon Walker asked about folks jumping on the bandwagon after the game to Bucky Brooks:

“It’s all about the Jags, fuck everyone but us. Excuse my language,mom, dad and grandma, but fuck everybody but us.”

‘I’m fine. The Eagles lost’: Fan’s Facebook post about the Birds sparks police welfare check Jake Beckman, an Eagles fan living in St. Louis, made a self-defeating joke on Facebook after the Birds’ loss against the Chargers. Then the police came.

Jake Beckman, an Eagles fan living in St. Louis, made a self-defeating joke on Facebook after the Birds’ loss against the Chargers. Then the police came.

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Spotify Wrapped season’s here once again. Here’s where to find your 2025 results. Spotify Wrapped is live. Here’s how you can see your results.

ICYMI #SpotifyWrapped dropped this morning. Here's more on how to access it, new features + boycott details and alternatives: www.inquirer.com/news/nation-...

Sabrina Carpenter slams Trump administration for using her music in ‘disgusting’ ICE video Sabrina Carpenter is the latest artist to have a song included in a White House video promoting ICE. And she's not happy.

Sabrina Carpenter’s not mincing words when it comes to the Trump administration using one of her songs in a video promoting ICE and the Department of Homeland Security.

Sabrina Carpenter slams Trump administration for using her music in ‘disgusting’ ICE video Sabrina Carpenter is the latest artist to have a song included in a White House video promoting ICE. And she's not happy.

Add @SabrinaAnnLynn to the list of artists telling the White House not to use their songs rn. Carpenter condemned the Trump Administration for posting a video featuring ICE arresting protesters to "Juno:" share.inquirer.com/5KYGsW

Spotify Wrapped season’s here once again. Here’s where to find your 2025 results. Once Spotify Wrapped is live, here’s how you can see your results.

It’s OK if you don’t want to admit how many times you listened to “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters — Spotify will tell us, anyway. What to know about #SpotifyWrapped including when it drops, boycotts, faked results, alternatives & more: share.inquirer.com/Zc3vZO