Philadelphia PoliticsAfter backlash, an Allentown GOP senator stands by the expletive he used to describe PhillyDemocrats defended the city after Coleman made comments about Philadelphia and DA Larry Krasner to Fox News.Katie Bernard Jewish students and faculty at Penn ask that their names not be turned over in federal antisemitism investigationSusan Snyder Philly’s small businesses can get free tax prep services through a new program by Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administrationSean Collins Walsh More Philadelphia police live outside the city than ever beforeRyan W. Briggs and Anna Orso Frances Ola Walker, cofounder of Parents Against Drugs and lifelong community activist, has died at 86Gary Miles AdvertisementDA Larry Krasner takes more shots at Trump as he’s sworn in to third term amid major drop in crimeKrasner is now one of the longest-serving district attorneys in modern Philadelphia history.Ellie Rushing City Controller Christy Brady promises to examine Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. plan and Philly’s port in new term Brady first became acting city controller in 2022 after Rebecca Rhynhart resigned from the post to run for mayor. She was sworn in to her first full four-year term on Monday.Sean Collins Walsh Venezuelans in Philadelphia have mixed feelings after the U.S. strike. Ukrainian Americans feel uneasy about what may be next. The weekend strike by the U.S. against Venezuela left many in Philly feeling uneasy a day later — including Ukrainian Americans who wonder what may come next. Michelle Myers, Brett Sholtis, and Maggie Prosser Mayor Cherelle Parker notched big wins in her second year. But her administration also saw signs of tension.In her second year in office, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker racked up successes as cracks began to show in City Hall.Sean Collins Walsh Mayor Parker touted her accomplishments and outlined a plan for homelessness during her State of the City speechThe homelessness plan was a reminder that — despite progress on public safety and a coming year that promises tourism and growth — some of the city’s longest-term ills remain unresolved.Anna Orso and Sean Collins Walsh City Council bill would ban housing from former Hahnemann University Hospital areaCouncilmember Jeffery Young said the goal is commercial preservation and creating jobs in that part of his district.Jake Blumgart All 17 City Council members may be running for reelection. That would be the first time in at least 75 years. The 2027 primary is 18 months away, and plenty can happen before then. Past lawmakers have declined to seek reelection for a variety of unexpected reasons. Sean Collins Walsh Why hasn’t Trump sent troops to Philly, the city where ‘bad things happen’? Everyone has a theory.“We don’t do ourselves a favor by getting panicked in advance, but we also need to be ready," said Pastor Jay Bergen, a leader of No ICE Philly.Jeff Gammage, Julia Terruso, and Anna Orso Candidates for Dwight Evans’ congressional seat hunt for cash and support at the Pa. Society in New YorkOne question will be whether Street ties up most or all of the Democratic establishment support. Several lawmakers have backed him already while others said they're still deciding whom to back.Julia Terruso and Anna Orso Philly Council greenlights new retirement savings program as part of year-end legislative blitz | City Council roundupThe PhillySaves program would allow for people to invest through payroll deductions at no cost to their employers.Sean Collins Walsh, Anna Orso, and Jake Blumgart Restrictions on Kensington outreach services take effect as City Council approves a broader banThe actions by City Council members who represent Kensington and Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration are part of a major shift in how people who use drugs obtain medical care and basic needs.Anna Orso and Aubrey Whelan Philly expands outdoor dining and cracks down on ‘reservation scalpers’ ahead of expected 2026 tourismBoth measures were cheered by restaurant industry advocates, who lobbied lawmakers to ease burdens on tourism and hospitality ahead of 2026, when Philadelphia is expected to host a flurry of visitors.Anna Orso Philly Council votes against Mayor Parker’s vision for her signature housing plan, signaling a win for progressivesCouncil President Kenyatta Johnson on Tuesday afternoon refused to allow a vote on the amendment and instead advanced Council’s version of the proposal over the mayor’s objections.Sean Collins Walsh Former Gov. Ed Rendell endorses State Sen. Sharif Street to succeed Rep. Dwight Evans in CongressRendell’s endorsement further solidifies Street, the son of former Philadelphia mayor John Street, as the early Democratic establishment favorite.Julia Terruso A top-ranking fire department official was demoted amid a sexual harassment probe. The city refuses to discuss the case.Former Deputy Commissioner for Operations Anthony Hudgins — who had been the second-highest ranking official in the fire department — was recently demoted and reassigned.Max Marin and Anna Orso See more storiesAdvertisement
After backlash, an Allentown GOP senator stands by the expletive he used to describe PhillyDemocrats defended the city after Coleman made comments about Philadelphia and DA Larry Krasner to Fox News.Katie Bernard
After backlash, an Allentown GOP senator stands by the expletive he used to describe PhillyDemocrats defended the city after Coleman made comments about Philadelphia and DA Larry Krasner to Fox News.Katie Bernard
Jewish students and faculty at Penn ask that their names not be turned over in federal antisemitism investigationSusan Snyder
Jewish students and faculty at Penn ask that their names not be turned over in federal antisemitism investigationSusan Snyder
Philly’s small businesses can get free tax prep services through a new program by Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administrationSean Collins Walsh
Philly’s small businesses can get free tax prep services through a new program by Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administrationSean Collins Walsh
Frances Ola Walker, cofounder of Parents Against Drugs and lifelong community activist, has died at 86Gary Miles
Frances Ola Walker, cofounder of Parents Against Drugs and lifelong community activist, has died at 86Gary Miles
DA Larry Krasner takes more shots at Trump as he’s sworn in to third term amid major drop in crimeKrasner is now one of the longest-serving district attorneys in modern Philadelphia history.Ellie Rushing
DA Larry Krasner takes more shots at Trump as he’s sworn in to third term amid major drop in crimeKrasner is now one of the longest-serving district attorneys in modern Philadelphia history.Ellie Rushing
City Controller Christy Brady promises to examine Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. plan and Philly’s port in new term Brady first became acting city controller in 2022 after Rebecca Rhynhart resigned from the post to run for mayor. She was sworn in to her first full four-year term on Monday.Sean Collins Walsh
City Controller Christy Brady promises to examine Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. plan and Philly’s port in new term Brady first became acting city controller in 2022 after Rebecca Rhynhart resigned from the post to run for mayor. She was sworn in to her first full four-year term on Monday.Sean Collins Walsh
Venezuelans in Philadelphia have mixed feelings after the U.S. strike. Ukrainian Americans feel uneasy about what may be next. The weekend strike by the U.S. against Venezuela left many in Philly feeling uneasy a day later — including Ukrainian Americans who wonder what may come next. Michelle Myers, Brett Sholtis, and Maggie Prosser
Venezuelans in Philadelphia have mixed feelings after the U.S. strike. Ukrainian Americans feel uneasy about what may be next. The weekend strike by the U.S. against Venezuela left many in Philly feeling uneasy a day later — including Ukrainian Americans who wonder what may come next. Michelle Myers, Brett Sholtis, and Maggie Prosser
Mayor Cherelle Parker notched big wins in her second year. But her administration also saw signs of tension.In her second year in office, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker racked up successes as cracks began to show in City Hall.Sean Collins Walsh
Mayor Cherelle Parker notched big wins in her second year. But her administration also saw signs of tension.In her second year in office, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker racked up successes as cracks began to show in City Hall.Sean Collins Walsh
Mayor Parker touted her accomplishments and outlined a plan for homelessness during her State of the City speechThe homelessness plan was a reminder that — despite progress on public safety and a coming year that promises tourism and growth — some of the city’s longest-term ills remain unresolved.Anna Orso and Sean Collins Walsh
Mayor Parker touted her accomplishments and outlined a plan for homelessness during her State of the City speechThe homelessness plan was a reminder that — despite progress on public safety and a coming year that promises tourism and growth — some of the city’s longest-term ills remain unresolved.Anna Orso and Sean Collins Walsh
City Council bill would ban housing from former Hahnemann University Hospital areaCouncilmember Jeffery Young said the goal is commercial preservation and creating jobs in that part of his district.Jake Blumgart
City Council bill would ban housing from former Hahnemann University Hospital areaCouncilmember Jeffery Young said the goal is commercial preservation and creating jobs in that part of his district.Jake Blumgart
All 17 City Council members may be running for reelection. That would be the first time in at least 75 years. The 2027 primary is 18 months away, and plenty can happen before then. Past lawmakers have declined to seek reelection for a variety of unexpected reasons. Sean Collins Walsh
All 17 City Council members may be running for reelection. That would be the first time in at least 75 years. The 2027 primary is 18 months away, and plenty can happen before then. Past lawmakers have declined to seek reelection for a variety of unexpected reasons. Sean Collins Walsh
Why hasn’t Trump sent troops to Philly, the city where ‘bad things happen’? Everyone has a theory.“We don’t do ourselves a favor by getting panicked in advance, but we also need to be ready," said Pastor Jay Bergen, a leader of No ICE Philly.Jeff Gammage, Julia Terruso, and Anna Orso
Why hasn’t Trump sent troops to Philly, the city where ‘bad things happen’? Everyone has a theory.“We don’t do ourselves a favor by getting panicked in advance, but we also need to be ready," said Pastor Jay Bergen, a leader of No ICE Philly.Jeff Gammage, Julia Terruso, and Anna Orso
Candidates for Dwight Evans’ congressional seat hunt for cash and support at the Pa. Society in New YorkOne question will be whether Street ties up most or all of the Democratic establishment support. Several lawmakers have backed him already while others said they're still deciding whom to back.Julia Terruso and Anna Orso
Candidates for Dwight Evans’ congressional seat hunt for cash and support at the Pa. Society in New YorkOne question will be whether Street ties up most or all of the Democratic establishment support. Several lawmakers have backed him already while others said they're still deciding whom to back.Julia Terruso and Anna Orso
Philly Council greenlights new retirement savings program as part of year-end legislative blitz | City Council roundupThe PhillySaves program would allow for people to invest through payroll deductions at no cost to their employers.Sean Collins Walsh, Anna Orso, and Jake Blumgart
Philly Council greenlights new retirement savings program as part of year-end legislative blitz | City Council roundupThe PhillySaves program would allow for people to invest through payroll deductions at no cost to their employers.Sean Collins Walsh, Anna Orso, and Jake Blumgart
Restrictions on Kensington outreach services take effect as City Council approves a broader banThe actions by City Council members who represent Kensington and Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration are part of a major shift in how people who use drugs obtain medical care and basic needs.Anna Orso and Aubrey Whelan
Restrictions on Kensington outreach services take effect as City Council approves a broader banThe actions by City Council members who represent Kensington and Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s administration are part of a major shift in how people who use drugs obtain medical care and basic needs.Anna Orso and Aubrey Whelan
Philly expands outdoor dining and cracks down on ‘reservation scalpers’ ahead of expected 2026 tourismBoth measures were cheered by restaurant industry advocates, who lobbied lawmakers to ease burdens on tourism and hospitality ahead of 2026, when Philadelphia is expected to host a flurry of visitors.Anna Orso
Philly expands outdoor dining and cracks down on ‘reservation scalpers’ ahead of expected 2026 tourismBoth measures were cheered by restaurant industry advocates, who lobbied lawmakers to ease burdens on tourism and hospitality ahead of 2026, when Philadelphia is expected to host a flurry of visitors.Anna Orso
Philly Council votes against Mayor Parker’s vision for her signature housing plan, signaling a win for progressivesCouncil President Kenyatta Johnson on Tuesday afternoon refused to allow a vote on the amendment and instead advanced Council’s version of the proposal over the mayor’s objections.Sean Collins Walsh
Philly Council votes against Mayor Parker’s vision for her signature housing plan, signaling a win for progressivesCouncil President Kenyatta Johnson on Tuesday afternoon refused to allow a vote on the amendment and instead advanced Council’s version of the proposal over the mayor’s objections.Sean Collins Walsh
Former Gov. Ed Rendell endorses State Sen. Sharif Street to succeed Rep. Dwight Evans in CongressRendell’s endorsement further solidifies Street, the son of former Philadelphia mayor John Street, as the early Democratic establishment favorite.Julia Terruso
Former Gov. Ed Rendell endorses State Sen. Sharif Street to succeed Rep. Dwight Evans in CongressRendell’s endorsement further solidifies Street, the son of former Philadelphia mayor John Street, as the early Democratic establishment favorite.Julia Terruso
A top-ranking fire department official was demoted amid a sexual harassment probe. The city refuses to discuss the case.Former Deputy Commissioner for Operations Anthony Hudgins — who had been the second-highest ranking official in the fire department — was recently demoted and reassigned.Max Marin and Anna Orso
A top-ranking fire department official was demoted amid a sexual harassment probe. The city refuses to discuss the case.Former Deputy Commissioner for Operations Anthony Hudgins — who had been the second-highest ranking official in the fire department — was recently demoted and reassigned.Max Marin and Anna Orso
