Interviews & Profiles

Politics

Jeff Brown wants to make Philadelphia his business

The fourth-generation grocer is playing the role of political outsider in the Democratic field of candidates.

Analysis

Politics

20/24 vision: How the last presidential election is influencing the next one

Democratic and Republicans strategists from around the state weigh in on what it will take to win next year.

Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

Politics

Ed Rendell is endorsing Rebecca Rhynhart in Philly mayor’s race

The former mayor and governor joins the list of former mayors to back Rhynhart.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Derek Green endorses Cherelle Parker in Philadelphia mayor’s race

Parker continues to rack up endorsements from Black lawmakers and local leaders.

News & Politics

Policy

State House gets closer to realizing mail-in ballot and pre-canvassing reforms

The bill that would allow more time for elections officials to count mail-in ballots now heads to the House chamber for a vote.

Interviews & Profiles

Politics

‘The kids are not OK’: Helen Gym’s big plans for Philly center around the youth

The first Asian American woman to serve on City Council is hoping to be the first female mayor in the city’s history.

Interviews & Profiles

Politics

Derek Green has a family-focused approach to running for mayor of Philadelphia

The former City Councilmember says his parenting and political experience drives his campaign for the city’s 100th mayor.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Former Gov. Corbett calls for ‘hyper-localized’ dialogue on democracy, civics

Corbett said conversations at the local level could be the solution to distrust in elections.

Interviews & Profiles

Politics

‘Pragmatic progressive’ Maria Quiñones Sánchez on finding her niche in a crowded Philly mayor’s race

The former City Councilmember won four terms in office without support from Democratic party leaders.

News & Politics

Politics

Malcolm Kenyatta makes school audits an early focus of the auditor general race

A decision to eliminate a school audit bureau could resurface in next year’s auditor general race.

Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

Politics

Philly mayoral hopefuls share their vision for the city’s arts and culture sectors during debate

Last week, candidates offered glimpses into how they would support Philadelphia’s creative and cultural economy.

Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

Politics

From shining shoes to shaping policy, Allan Domb is planning Philadelphia's path forward

The real estate broker and former City Council member is relying on his private and public sector expertise to attract voters to his mayoral campaign.

Philadelphia

Politics

Cherelle Parker’s latest pitch: ‘Cherelle Parker wants to be Philly’s next mayor’

The former state rep, City Councilmember and now lobbyist is banking on her legislative accomplishments to propel her to victory.

Philadelphia

Politics

5 times Darrell Clarke clashed with Jim Kenney on policy

The longstanding Philadelphia City Council president announced Thursday he will not seek reelection.

Philadelphia Mayor's Race 2023

Politics

Rebecca Rhynhart is running to be Philly’s 100th mayor – the first female to lead the city

The former city controller has made her mastery of the city’s finances a leading message throughout her campaign.

News & Politics

Opinion

Opinion: Republican Party leaders deserve blame for 2022 midterm losses

Former JAG officer Sean Duffy calls for a leadership change at the Pennsylvania Republican Party.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

Here are the candidates running to run Allegheny County

Multiple Democrats and one Republican are on the ballot to replace Allegheny County Executive Rich Fitzgerald.

Campaigns & Elections

Politics

State Rep. Lynda Culver elected to represent 27th Senatorial District

Culver will serve out the remainder of former state Sen. John Gordner’s term, which ends in 2024.

News & Politics

Politics

Mudslinging taints Allegheny County Council race

Bethany Hallam and Joanna Doven have been trading barbs on social media.

News & Politics

Opinion

Passing voter ID can help restore trust in elections

An argument for why lawmakers owe it to their constituents to put the voter ID amendment on the ballot.