Election 2021

Philly DA race: With no party endorsement, Vega and Krasner wrestle for support

The challenger won trade union backing, while the incumbent picked up the support of many elected officials.

Guns, bail, and public safety: Philly DA Larry Krasner is fighting for his political life

The reformist prosecutor seeks re-election as shootings surge — with no easy answers in sight.

Philly’s coronavirus response

Philly hopes to boost vaccinations 50% by end of April, but the pace has stalled 

Philadelphia vaccination pace stalls despite community clinics

Election 2020

QAnon believer in alleged Philly convention center threat linked to far right Va. senator

Va. Sen. Amanda Chase says he was a volunteer who was never paid by the campaign.

Walter Wallace Jr.

After Wallace shooting, Philly police seek $14 million for Tasers while overtime costs pile up

The PPD says it can't afford to outfit officers with stun guns. Meanwhile, OT has ballooned 40%.

Police misconduct in Philadelphia: Unsealed records name the city’s most cited cops

Even if officers assault civilians, they rarely face repercussions — and sometimes get promoted, newly released documents show.

George Floyd protests

Mayor Kenney’s second-in-command to resign over police reform efforts

Managing Director Brian Abernathy has been the target of protests calling for his resignation.

George Floyd protests

Kenney, Outlaw admit they were wrong about 676 protest tear-gassing, officers involved to be fired

The deputy in charge that day took a voluntary demotion, and there’s now a moratorium on tear gas use by Philly police.

George Floyd protests

South Philly police captain removed after Columbus statue protests, amid larger PPD shakeup

Capt. Louis Campione has been on the force for 43 years.

George Floyd protests

Mayor Kenney walks back police budget boost and vows reforms — but not enough, critics say

Some proposals raise questions about Philadelphia’s familiarity with its own past promises on transforming the PPD.