Philadelphia PoliticsMayor 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 speechAnna Orso and Sean Collins Walsh City Council bill would ban housing from former Hahnemann University Hospital areaJake Blumgart All 17 City Council members may be running for reelection. That would be the first time in at least 75 years. Sean Collins Walsh Why hasn’t Trump sent troops to Philly, the city where ‘bad things happen’? Everyone has a theory.Jeff Gammage, Julia Terruso, and Anna Orso AdvertisementCandidates 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 As Philadelphia’s Riverview recovery house expands, residents describe a ‘whole new life’ away from KensingtonIt’s been almost one year since Philadelphia’s city-owned drug recovery home opened its doors. In that time, the city and its third-party healthcare providers have transformed the facility.Anna Orso Amid City Hall tensions, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker seeks public support at Philly churches for her H.O.M.E. initiativeThe mayor's speech circuit appeared to be a retort to moves by Philadelphia City Council to amend the initial budget and eligibility requirements for her housing initiative. Maggie Prosser An ex-Philly labor official claims she complained about sex discrimination and then was firedThe lawsuit accuses the city of firing Monica Marchetti-Brock after she says she experienced sex-based discrimination in Philadelphia's Department of Labor and raised concerns.Abraham Gutman and Anna Orso Philly lawmakers approved $800M for Mayor Parker’s housing plan in June. Now they have to redo it. | City Council roundupCouncil President Kenyatta Johnson said negotiations over H.O.M.E. haven't strained his relationship with Mayor Cherelle L. Parker.Sean Collins Walsh and Anna Orso City Council took a rare stand against Mayor Parker by allotting more housing funds to the poorest PhiladelphiansThe amendment followed a weekslong standoff between the city's executive and legislative branches. And Parker is not giving up the fight.Sean Collins Walsh and Jake Blumgart Good government fix or a demolition derby? Historic preservation bill is provoking debate in Philly. Supporters say the bill gives more notice and power to property owners. Opponents say it will damage the city's heritage.Jake Blumgart Internal documents shed light on Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s decision to end Philadelphia’s racial diversity goals in contracting A law firm hired by the city recommended Parker adopt a contracting policy favoring “disadvantaged” businesses. Parker instead prioritized “small and local” firms.Sean Collins Walsh Johnny Doc said his gravely ill wife is ‘entirely alone’ and without a caretaker as he again seeks to be released from prisonDougherty's wife, Cecilia, suffers from a debilitating brain injury, and has been left without a caregiver after her father died, his lawyer said in court filings.Chris Palmer See more storiesAdvertisement
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 speechAnna Orso and Sean Collins Walsh
Mayor Parker touted her accomplishments and outlined a plan for homelessness during her State of the City speechAnna Orso and Sean Collins Walsh
All 17 City Council members may be running for reelection. That would be the first time in at least 75 years. Sean Collins Walsh
All 17 City Council members may be running for reelection. That would be the first time in at least 75 years. Sean Collins Walsh
Why hasn’t Trump sent troops to Philly, the city where ‘bad things happen’? Everyone has a theory.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.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
As Philadelphia’s Riverview recovery house expands, residents describe a ‘whole new life’ away from KensingtonIt’s been almost one year since Philadelphia’s city-owned drug recovery home opened its doors. In that time, the city and its third-party healthcare providers have transformed the facility.Anna Orso
As Philadelphia’s Riverview recovery house expands, residents describe a ‘whole new life’ away from KensingtonIt’s been almost one year since Philadelphia’s city-owned drug recovery home opened its doors. In that time, the city and its third-party healthcare providers have transformed the facility.Anna Orso
Amid City Hall tensions, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker seeks public support at Philly churches for her H.O.M.E. initiativeThe mayor's speech circuit appeared to be a retort to moves by Philadelphia City Council to amend the initial budget and eligibility requirements for her housing initiative. Maggie Prosser
Amid City Hall tensions, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker seeks public support at Philly churches for her H.O.M.E. initiativeThe mayor's speech circuit appeared to be a retort to moves by Philadelphia City Council to amend the initial budget and eligibility requirements for her housing initiative. Maggie Prosser
An ex-Philly labor official claims she complained about sex discrimination and then was firedThe lawsuit accuses the city of firing Monica Marchetti-Brock after she says she experienced sex-based discrimination in Philadelphia's Department of Labor and raised concerns.Abraham Gutman and Anna Orso
An ex-Philly labor official claims she complained about sex discrimination and then was firedThe lawsuit accuses the city of firing Monica Marchetti-Brock after she says she experienced sex-based discrimination in Philadelphia's Department of Labor and raised concerns.Abraham Gutman and Anna Orso
Philly lawmakers approved $800M for Mayor Parker’s housing plan in June. Now they have to redo it. | City Council roundupCouncil President Kenyatta Johnson said negotiations over H.O.M.E. haven't strained his relationship with Mayor Cherelle L. Parker.Sean Collins Walsh and Anna Orso
Philly lawmakers approved $800M for Mayor Parker’s housing plan in June. Now they have to redo it. | City Council roundupCouncil President Kenyatta Johnson said negotiations over H.O.M.E. haven't strained his relationship with Mayor Cherelle L. Parker.Sean Collins Walsh and Anna Orso
City Council took a rare stand against Mayor Parker by allotting more housing funds to the poorest PhiladelphiansThe amendment followed a weekslong standoff between the city's executive and legislative branches. And Parker is not giving up the fight.Sean Collins Walsh and Jake Blumgart
City Council took a rare stand against Mayor Parker by allotting more housing funds to the poorest PhiladelphiansThe amendment followed a weekslong standoff between the city's executive and legislative branches. And Parker is not giving up the fight.Sean Collins Walsh and Jake Blumgart
Good government fix or a demolition derby? Historic preservation bill is provoking debate in Philly. Supporters say the bill gives more notice and power to property owners. Opponents say it will damage the city's heritage.Jake Blumgart
Good government fix or a demolition derby? Historic preservation bill is provoking debate in Philly. Supporters say the bill gives more notice and power to property owners. Opponents say it will damage the city's heritage.Jake Blumgart
Internal documents shed light on Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s decision to end Philadelphia’s racial diversity goals in contracting A law firm hired by the city recommended Parker adopt a contracting policy favoring “disadvantaged” businesses. Parker instead prioritized “small and local” firms.Sean Collins Walsh
Internal documents shed light on Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s decision to end Philadelphia’s racial diversity goals in contracting A law firm hired by the city recommended Parker adopt a contracting policy favoring “disadvantaged” businesses. Parker instead prioritized “small and local” firms.Sean Collins Walsh
Johnny Doc said his gravely ill wife is ‘entirely alone’ and without a caretaker as he again seeks to be released from prisonDougherty's wife, Cecilia, suffers from a debilitating brain injury, and has been left without a caregiver after her father died, his lawyer said in court filings.Chris Palmer
Johnny Doc said his gravely ill wife is ‘entirely alone’ and without a caretaker as he again seeks to be released from prisonDougherty's wife, Cecilia, suffers from a debilitating brain injury, and has been left without a caregiver after her father died, his lawyer said in court filings.Chris Palmer
