22nd and Market memorial short on fundraising goal

In its report, the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee portrayed Philadelphia as obstructive to ICE, saying that officials ignored 162 detainer requests between January 2024 and June 2026.

The Philadelphia nonprofit is investing in 30 media organizations and 16 community groups with a goal of encouraging young voters to "make their priorities heard."

Mikie Sherrill invited businesses to the state and praised Josh Shapiro while speaking in Philadelphia before headlining the DNC Women’s Leadership Forum in D.C. with Abigail Spanberger.

District Attorney Larry Krasner earlier this week faulted the police department for botching an earlier murder case against the man now accused of ambushing and killing Officer Shane Seiber.

Also this week: Council passed a long-delayed bill to establish a bike lane around City Hall, and members honored Officer Shane Seiber.

City Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr. introduced legislation and then held his own bill.

While Council members expressed dismay over the recently located $20 million, none clearly stated they were in favor of eliminating the sheriff’s office.

Philadelphia's "ban the box" law prohibits employers from considering some parts of a job applicant's criminal history.

On impulse, she tested to be a Philadelphia police officer. To her surprise, she said later, she passed the exam and joined the Police Department in 1965.

As Mayor Frank Rizzo’s city solicitor in 1972 and ‘73, he negotiated labor contracts, litigated tax disputes, reduced the number of city consultants, and juggled other thorny political issues.

The lineup featured the incumbent governor, the former president, and Dom "Big Dom" DiSandro, who said of the Eagles: "We’re gonna get this fixed, I promise you.”

Pennsylvania voters will vote on whether Gov. Josh Shapiro gets another term and decided key races for Congress and state Senate. Here's what to know.

The change in law has been a long-held goal for Parker in driving a turnaround in Kensington. A spokesperson said her comments stemmed from concerns about access to mental health treatment.

Will Gross, the leader of the South Philadelphia-based 2nd Ward and the owner of OX Coffee in Queen Village, was a prominent opponent of the Center City arena proposal that Squilla supported.

Johnson called for a hearing examining the possibility of opening a municipal-backed store as part of his Philly Food Affordability Act.

Councilmember Mike Driscoll’s bill aims to help many of the small businesses most affected by the elimination of a popular tax break after its constitutionality was challenged.

City Treasurer Jacqueline Dunn told a City Council committee on Wednesday that construction began at the new University City site in December 2025 and will extend through April.

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker's administration is working to reach people who could lose coverage under new eligibility and administrative rules that will take effect over the next several months.

“He was the most feared reporter in my eight years in Harrisburg,” former Gov. Ed Rendell said. “He did his work. He did his digging. He really cared about the issues.”

After a big summer, the Sixers kick off their 2026-27 season at Madison Square Garden against the defending champions.

He treated thousands of patients, including three generations of several families, and had offices in Philadelphia and South Jersey.

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The best things to do in Philadelphia, including popular events, festivals, attractions and tours, free activities and entertainment. See upcoming events and what’s on in Philly today.

Jeff McLane and Marcus Hayes reacted to the news, looking at what the diagnosis means for the Super Bowl MVP

Increased operating expenses and customers' own cost cutting have created challenges for local business owners, but they've found ways to be flexible and resilient.