Philadelphia has become a ‘sanctuary city’ for abortion access, but it might not stay that way
If Pennsylvania bans abortion, it would be tough for local government to buck the mandate.
Posts tagged with Helen Gym
New survey floats three possible locations for a new Sixers arena
The agreement for Philly's basketball franchise to play at the Wells Fargo Center expires in less than a decade.
What happens if Mayor Kenney resigns? The council president could step in — or not
With a year and a half left in his term, Philadelphia’s 99th mayor once again faces mounting calls for his resignation.
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Philly is cutting the wage tax to boost business. What does that mean for workers? (Spoiler: not much)
The wage tax is Philadelphia's single biggest bucket of revenue, bringing in more than $1.5 billion annually.
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.
Philly businesses would have to offer pre-tax SEPTA passes under new City Council plan, potentially saving workers hundreds each year
Backers say the idea could boost ridership, improve safety, and increase transit equity.
About 1 in 7 Philly neighborhood libraries can’t fully open each day, on top of already reduced hours
Advocates — and the new Free Library director — say the solution lies with increased funding for staff.
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.
Thousands of Philly foster youth are still waiting for pandemic relief money
The $1.1 million in federal funding is being distributed via $200 gift cards.
A powerful new City Hall position to combat child welfare scandals is up for debate
The youth ombudsperson proposal pits young Philadelphians against the very office tasked with protecting them.
‘The hate has to stop’: Philly mourns at Chinatown vigil for Atlanta spa shooting victims
With an undercurrent of solidarity, speakers talked about colonialism, the criminalization of sex work, policing and immigration policy.
With text campaign, Bernie Sanders returns to fight for Philly’s Hahnemann Hospital
Post presidential bid, Bernie 2020 is pushing a petition from Councilmember Helen Gym.
Protesters: Free Hahnemann! Gov’t leaders: We have better options.
Councilmember Helen Gym thinks it’s still worth exploring eminent domain.
City Council to hold hearings on potential ‘dizziness, headache, nausea and impairment’ caused by Mosquito devices
Five councilmembers joined to sponsor the resolution.
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.
Which lawsuits cost Philly taxpayers nearly $50 million last year? New bill would bring sunshine to sexual harassment payouts
Councilmember Helen Gym has two goals: provide accountability, and identify recurring problems.
Mosquito devices ‘on pause’ in Philadelphia as Parks & Rec plans audit
The sound is like "a paper cut in your ear."
‘They must really hate teens’: Backlash grows against Mosquito devices in Philly parks
Councilmember Helen Gym is on a mission to get the "sonic weapons" taken down.
Philly’s getting 2 new gas plants — unless neighbors can stop them
PGW just won Council approval, while SEPTA's facility is nearly done.
100k votes: Is Helen Gym now in the running for Philly mayor?
The activist's election night tally doesn't bode well for the Rizzo statue.