Nicole M. Wolverton

As if simply being near the Liberty Bell wasn't exciting enough, a couple of people were shooting up the place early this morning from their car windows. The intersection of 5th and Market was closed while police finished investigating. No arrests have been reported. Speaking of inexplicable rage and cars,... continue reading on Phillyist

We got your Philly news right here: You know that citywide wireless internet service we've been hearing so much about? In theory, you only need to hang on to 2007 to get it. Earthlink has pulled out a ten year service contract to provide the service and charge $9... continue reading on Phillyist

Phillyist is an American Idol fan. We will happily own up to an obsession with the cheesefest. It's a love/hate relationship, truly. While we never vote and wouldn't be caught dead with a schmaltzy album of any of the winners, we're really in it for the snark factor. We're always... continue reading on Phillyist

What are you favorite local bloggers talking about lately? We've got your blog news right here...Banana Slug finds proof that of what Republicans have really been up to, and it ain't pretty. We couldn't even finish our breakfast.You can sleep easy now - Wook has confirmation that Axl Rose is... continue reading on Phillyist

Pat Robertson calling for his death notwithstanding, Hugo Chavez is showing generosity to Philadelphians by shipping five million gallons of heating oil for distribution to area low-income families, and it will be available at a 40% discount. Mayoral hopeful and current U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah brokered the deal. Chavez,... continue reading on Phillyist