Meet Anthony Phillips, the youth-focused millennial hoping to rep North Philly on City Council
The Democratic nominee is considered a shoo-in to replace Cherelle Parker and win the District 9 seat.
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Cherelle Parker resigns: What to know about the Northwest Philly scion planning a run for mayor
The former state rep is stepping down as district councilmember.
Who’s running for Philly mayor in 2023? Candidates are getting ready to declare
At least seven city officials and one grocery store magnate are making plans to run. Announcements could start in the coming weeks.
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If voters approve, Philly will boot gendered references like ‘fireman’ from the city’s official governing documents
The move would stop assuming the mayor and school superintendent will always be a man.
Philly’s parks and rec system deserves millions more in Kenney’s budget, advocates urge at City Hall rally
Public space is an anti-violence solution, leaders say, but the department is underfunded and understaffed.
Philadelphia will consider adding $10k in bonuses to recruit more police officers
Councilmember Green’s proposal, which would only kick in when staffing levels are low, would also relax requirements for city residency.
Philly can vote to get rid of man-centric language in the city charter
Right now, the city’s governing document defines some positions as for “men of recognized standing.” A ballot question in the May primary would change that.
What if Philadelphia used reality TV to choose the city’s next mayor?
The Bachelor: Philly Mayor Edition — a suggested screenplay for the 2023 election.
Less than 48 hours after 100 people cleaned up a North Philly corner, trash was dumped there again. We need action. | Opinion
Let's add cameras to illegal dump sites in Philadelphia, now.
Should Philadelphia expand the board that hears appeals on property violations and firearm permits? (ballot question)
If passed, the body could get three new members and theoretically be able to make faster decisions.
Politics power move: Cherelle Parker, expected candidate for Philly mayor, elected DRPA chair
The bi-state organization runs PATCO and is in charge of tolls on four Delaware River bridges.
Elected officials call for hearings, investigations into Philly Fighting COVID vaccine debacle
Roused by reporting on the startup’s questionable practices, lawmakers beginning to speak out.
Teen-repelling ‘Mosquito’ devices to stay in Philly public parks indefinitely
A city review found support for the ‘sonic weapons’ — but they never asked young folks.
Mayor Kenney Part II: What’s next for Philly under his watch?
After securing a second term, the mayor will face big challenges over the next four years.
The ‘soft corruption’ of City Hall’s secret $2 million grant fund
Council's Philadelphia Activities Fund is one of the least-watched pots of money in the city — despite years of abuses.
Kenney just made his largest political donation to a City Council member
Apparently, all Councilwoman Cherelle Parker had to do was ask.
Inside City Council’s love affair with task forces — which sound important but have zero accountability
We looked more than a dozen of these boards to see if they got anything done.
City Council pronunciation guide: How to say your elected officials’ names
The city's legislative body is about to be back in session. Make sure you know how to talk about it.
Philly City Council approves workplace sexual harassment bill on International Women’s Day
If voters give the go-ahead, training will be required for all city employees.