Philadelphia
Politics
Philadelphia’s Working Families Party: A tale of two ballot challenges
Two City Council candidates from the Working Families Party will remain on the ballot while the WFP’s city commissioner candidate suspends his campaign
News & Politics
Politics
Philadelphia Republican Seth Bluestein announces Forward Party affiliation
The Republican City Commissioner joins a pair of Harrisburg lawmakers in taking the party’s pledge
Philadelphia
Politics
Donald Trump speech caps dramatic first day of Moms for Liberty summit
The former president was one of three Republican presidential candidates to speak at the controversial group’s national convention on Friday.
Philadelphia
Politics
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis brings his presidential pitch to Philadelphia
The Republican presidential candidate spoke at the Moms for Liberty summit Friday morning
Transportation
Politics
With I-95 bridge success, Shapiro has passed his first big test
The governor’s handling of the disaster has won over some critics. But will it help win over a divided legislature?
Economic Development
Opinion
It’s time to blow up the minority contract status quo
The shortcomings of the current models spotlight the need for a new approach.
Philadelphia
Politics
As Moms for Liberty comes to Philly, tensions run high
The self-described parental rights organization is holding its annual conference in the Cradle of Liberty this weekend.
News & Politics
Politics
Shapiro: I-95 expected to reopen by this weekend
The governor and reconstruction project have been in the national spotlight since the June 11 collapse
Philadelphia
Personality
A Q&A with Sinceré Harris
A one-on-one conversation with Cherelle Parker’s campaign manager on what Democrats can learn from the historic primary win
Transportation
Policy
A brief history of havoc on Pennsylvania’s highways
City & State looks at some of the most memorable highway incidents over the last 10 years.
Philadelphia
Policy
Philadelphia’s $6.2 billion budget – by the numbers
City Council gave initial approval to the budget Thursday, setting the stage for final approval of the term-limited mayor’s eighth and final budget.
Budget
Policy
Cities face mounting financial pressures with fiscal cliff nearing
City officials are trying to prepare for two potentially devastating scenarios: a recession or the U.S. defaulting on its loans
Campaigns & Elections
Politics
Cherelle Parker talks health emergency, policy proposals in first post-primary public appearance
The Democratic nominee for Philadelphia mayor met privately with Gov. Josh Shapiro before speaking to the press.
Philadelphia
Policy
Traveling Violation
The Philadelphia 76ers’ plan to move from South Philly to Center City is drawing plenty of opposition from local residents.
Capitol Beat
Policy
Shapiro puts ‘tranq’ on the controlled substances list
The governor also reaffirmed his opposition to safe injection sites.
News & Politics
Opinion
Opinion: The Sixers have a new process, and they’re trying to rush it
The pace at which 76 Place is pushing through is needlessly hurried and Philadelphians deserve answers.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: There is a fraught but feasible path to finding common ground between community and commerce
When it comes to 76 Place, the next mayor of Philadelphia should take some sound advice and “trust the process.”
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.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s Note: Making the argument for more newsworthy political debates
Debates offer an opportunity for candidates to distinguish themselves; but most Philly mayoral hopefuls seem to tow the same line.
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.
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