Jamal Johnson is back on hunger strike, demanding Kenney take action on gun violence
The mayor’s office says regular public safety briefings are coming “soon.”
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Parks & Rec just ended gender segregation at public pools. Yes, it’s 2018.
The policy was changed within 24 hours of being called out on Twitter.
Philly’s 8-year battle to be a sanctuary city
Philadelphia just won a major victory. Here's how we got to this point.
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Philly police get new rules for ‘defiant trespass’ after Starbucks arrests
Officers have to meet eight criteria before they can arrest someone for trespassing.
Philly’s Starbucks action plan: 4 things the city is doing to address the controversial arrests
Internal Affairs is expected to wrap up its police investigation soon.
Op-ed: Chef Nick Elmi praises a ‘breakfast hero’ helping PA schoolkids combat hunger
A new state program will provide $900,000 in morning meal funding.
Why Philly stop-and-go violations have gone unenforced for so long
Store owner Michelle Tran said she's reported violations, and 'they didn't do anything about it.'
Philly’s stop-and-go bill comes up for a vote as the alt-right targets Councilwoman Cindy Bass
Incorrect claims about Bass and bulletproof glass have gotten millions of views.
Philly soda tax year one: The finances, fights and its future
Collections were lower than expected but still enough to start the pre-K and Rebuild programs.
PA Rep. Lou Barletta overstates benefits of the House tax bill
Not every single taxpayer will be paying less.
You can buy tax-free soda at the new Center City Target — for now
12-packs are going for $2 less than the typical Philadelphia price.
PA sues Trump administration over birth control mandate rollback
Attorney General Josh Shapiro will announce the suit today in Philly.
Where Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation stands on gun control
A rundown of donations, legislation and support in Pennsylvania