Election 2022

The Philly commission that makes development decisions could change pretty radically, if voters approve this ballot question

Should City Council have say over who’s on the Zoning Board of Adjustment? And should it be larger, with specific types of people on it?

Most people don’t follow the city budget process, but schools, housing, and police stand out

How should Philly spend taxpayer money? We want your opinion.

The city sunk $50 million into a West Philly police HQ, then walked away. How did that happen?

The Provident Mutual building has since been reimagined, and an elementary school is moving in this fall.

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.

State troopers and another person killed on I-95 in Philly, driver charged with murder and DUI

A driver apparently hit them when trying to use the shoulder to pass by.

Broke in Philly

Philly’s plan to treat gun violence as a public health crisis is getting an update with ideas from the community

A listening tour has surfaced new suggestions — but some of them are already in the works.

Broke in Philly

CityCoins for Philly? Details about the city’s cryptocurrency play are circulating on Discord

It's already up and running in Miami, which just got a $5 million payout.

How local Black and brown companies can score big contracts with Philly’s biggest institutions

Tips from the pros include networking, streamlining pitches, and getting the right insurance — which a new fund will help provide.

Philly’s soda tax

Philly’s soda tax is under fire again. Who wants to see it end, and who still thinks it’s a win?

Mayor Kenney’s signature program has funded rec centers and pre-K. A new report raises questions about where the money goes.

Why no beets on the streets? Some places spray beet juice before snowstorms — but not Philadelphia

A decade ago, one city councilmember did make a push for it. (He’s now the mayor.)

Opinion

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.

Kenney administration hired no high-level Hispanic staff and fewer Black executives last year, city controller analysis finds

The mayor’s office said he’s committed to diversity, but recognizes “more work remains to be done.”

Philly’s soda tax

Philly teens drank less soda after the beverage tax took effect, new study finds

The research from CHOP and UPenn showed a significant drop compared to other cities.

Opinion

Opinion: Superintendent search offers a chance to transform the district – but will we blow it?

A parent on what Philly schools need now.

Opinion

Opinion: Congress has a huge opportunity to help fix Philly’s stubborn digital divide

What would Philadelphia look like if more people had the info they need to make their lives better?

George Floyd protests

Philly police get raises in new city contract — with a few disciplinary reforms

The FOP Lodge 5 and Kenney administration touted the agreement as a fair deal for both sides.

Philly’s coronavirus response

Do I have to wear a mask or not? Philly’s new COVID mandate, explained

Biz owners can choose between two options for indoor spaces. For big outdoor events, it depends if you’re seated or not.

Philly’s COVID recovery

Philadelphia: Still no vaccine requirements for city workers, same with SEPTA and school district

The Kenney administration continues to avoid a mandate.

Would a gun violence emergency help Philadelphia? Advocates just want action, whatever you call it

Semantics aside, the city still hasn’t set a timeline for distributing its new anti-violence grants.

Opinion: Philadelphia’s new school start schedule would wreak havoc on students and beyond

Saved by the bell? Not this time.