Kendra Brooks asks 3,000 Democratic leaders to back her City Council campaign — despite party opposition
The surging Working Families candidate already has a pile of endorsements and cash.
Election 2019
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Everything you need to know about Philadelphia’s new voting machines
The new equipment will debut in November — despite concerns about favoritism and security.
Sample ballots show cracks in Philly’s still-powerful Democratic machine
We asked you to send in these sheets, and you delivered.
What drives low voter turnout in Philly’s hard-hit neighborhoods?
Potential lesson for 2020: political sniping does not bring people to the polls.
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.
‘Local elections matter’: Voter turnout wows Philly in 2019 primary
Almost a quarter of the city voted, despite lack of top-ticket battles.
District Council primary: West Philly stunner, Kensington nailbiter, South Philly slam
Looks like newcomer Jamie Gauthier upset powerful six-term Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell.
New faces set to join Philly City Council as Democratic machine takes at-large races
The party’s endorsed candidates beat out a huge field of contenders.
Philly sheriff upset: Rochelle Bilal trounces embattled Jewell Williams
With sexual harassment allegations dogging the incumbent, the city looks set to get its first-ever elected woman sheriff.
Philly Mayor Jim Kenney wins Democratic primary
Soda tax backlash wasn't enough to lift challengers over the incumbent, who'll likely coast to a second term.
Election fraud central? Half of complaints hail from Philly’s 7th District, DA says
Councilwoman Maria Quiñones-Sánchez, who is facing challenger Angel Cruz, alleged widespread tampering in her last election.
Guide: 2019 primary election watch parties in Philly
Where to have political fun on the evening of May 21.
Why ‘PPA guys’ want to dethrone Councilman David Oh
The two-term Republican lawmaker has rankled leaders in his own party.
Who’s really influencing Philly’s primary election? Send us your sample ballots
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Who’s winning the internet in Philly’s primary election?
One district council candidate spent $25,000 on digital media so far.
The procrastinator’s guide to the May 2019 primary election in Philly
A cheat sheet for being informed on Election Day.
Ballot question: ‘Councilman’ or ‘Councilmember’? You decide.
Gender-inclusive language for the lawmakers in City Hall.
Ballot question: Should Philly hire unarmed traffic cops?
Public safety enforcement officers would patrol city streets.
Ballot question: Should Philly have a permanent office to help immigrants?
The Office of Immigrant Affairs is currently only temporary.
Ballot question: Should Philly set a $15-an-hour minimum wage?
State law currently makes it illegal.