Cherelle L. ParkerPhilly 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 A Philly judge’s ruling in a charter case has called into question Joyce Wilkerson’s seat on the school boardKristen A. Graham A top-ranking fire department official was demoted amid a sexual harassment probe. The city refuses to discuss the case.Max Marin and Anna Orso These 20 Philadelphia neighborhoods will have painted Liberty Bell replicas for 2026Mike Newall As Philadelphia’s Riverview recovery house expands, residents describe a ‘whole new life’ away from KensingtonAnna Orso AdvertisementPhilly’s school board will consider transferring vacant buildings to the city at a special meeting this weekThe resolution would cover about 20 buildings that are already vacant — not any that might be closed in the future. Mayor Cherelle Parker has said she wants to use vacant schools to develop housing.Kristen A. Graham 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 is poised to launch a retirement savings program for workers without 401(k)sCouncil is poised to pass legislation that would enable the plan, called PhillySaves, which is modeled on similar state-facilitated “auto IRA” programs.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 OpinionNew study on historic districts counters claim preservation limits development, housingPopulation density in historic districts is higher than in other neighborhoods, and housing units there grew over the past decade, nearly triple the citywide rate.Paul Steinke, For The Inquirer Waymo starts self-driving tests in Philadelphia for its robo-taxi serviceA company spokesperson said Waymo is "laying the groundwork" for offering its autonomous ride-hailing service in the city, but no date was set.Robert Moran A Philly tax loophole allows refunds for people who steal homes. A Council bill would direct that money to victims.Due to a loophole in current city law, thieves who forge deeds and steal homes can request a refund of the realty transfer taxes they paid to commit their crimes.Michaelle Bond Northeast Philly’s Franklin Mills mall is for saleThe sale comes amid a wave of mall redevelopment in the region, with demolition and residential construction a common fate for struggling shopping centers. 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 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 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 These bills meant to help Philly renters took effect on TuesdayThe bills, passed by Philadelphia City Council, cap renter application fees and allow renters to spread out security deposits.Michaelle Bond Mayor Cherelle Parker has appointed nonprofit leader Anton Moore as the city’s director of public engagement and neighborhood affairs Moore effectively replaces Hassan Freeman, who was fired by the Parker administration following a verbal altercation with a City Council member.Sean Collins Walsh Trump is changing the way aid goes to cities. Philly stands to lose tens of millions of dollars for housing. Trump's plan is designed to "restore accountability" by cutting funds for permanent housing by two-thirds. Philadelphia received $47 million in housing aid from the federal government last year.Alfred Lubrano Free SEPTA fares for low-income riders could end next year. Advocates are pushing to save it.The Zero Fare program needs permanent funding, argue advocates and some elected officials. Thomas Fitzgerald See more storiesAdvertisement
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
A Philly judge’s ruling in a charter case has called into question Joyce Wilkerson’s seat on the school boardKristen A. Graham
A Philly judge’s ruling in a charter case has called into question Joyce Wilkerson’s seat on the school boardKristen A. Graham
A top-ranking fire department official was demoted amid a sexual harassment probe. The city refuses to discuss the case.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.Max Marin and Anna Orso
As Philadelphia’s Riverview recovery house expands, residents describe a ‘whole new life’ away from KensingtonAnna Orso
As Philadelphia’s Riverview recovery house expands, residents describe a ‘whole new life’ away from KensingtonAnna Orso
Philly’s school board will consider transferring vacant buildings to the city at a special meeting this weekThe resolution would cover about 20 buildings that are already vacant — not any that might be closed in the future. Mayor Cherelle Parker has said she wants to use vacant schools to develop housing.Kristen A. Graham
Philly’s school board will consider transferring vacant buildings to the city at a special meeting this weekThe resolution would cover about 20 buildings that are already vacant — not any that might be closed in the future. Mayor Cherelle Parker has said she wants to use vacant schools to develop housing.Kristen A. Graham
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 is poised to launch a retirement savings program for workers without 401(k)sCouncil is poised to pass legislation that would enable the plan, called PhillySaves, which is modeled on similar state-facilitated “auto IRA” programs.Anna Orso
Philly is poised to launch a retirement savings program for workers without 401(k)sCouncil is poised to pass legislation that would enable the plan, called PhillySaves, which is modeled on similar state-facilitated “auto IRA” programs.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
OpinionNew study on historic districts counters claim preservation limits development, housingPopulation density in historic districts is higher than in other neighborhoods, and housing units there grew over the past decade, nearly triple the citywide rate.Paul Steinke, For The Inquirer
OpinionNew study on historic districts counters claim preservation limits development, housingPopulation density in historic districts is higher than in other neighborhoods, and housing units there grew over the past decade, nearly triple the citywide rate.Paul Steinke, For The Inquirer
Waymo starts self-driving tests in Philadelphia for its robo-taxi serviceA company spokesperson said Waymo is "laying the groundwork" for offering its autonomous ride-hailing service in the city, but no date was set.Robert Moran
Waymo starts self-driving tests in Philadelphia for its robo-taxi serviceA company spokesperson said Waymo is "laying the groundwork" for offering its autonomous ride-hailing service in the city, but no date was set.Robert Moran
A Philly tax loophole allows refunds for people who steal homes. A Council bill would direct that money to victims.Due to a loophole in current city law, thieves who forge deeds and steal homes can request a refund of the realty transfer taxes they paid to commit their crimes.Michaelle Bond
A Philly tax loophole allows refunds for people who steal homes. A Council bill would direct that money to victims.Due to a loophole in current city law, thieves who forge deeds and steal homes can request a refund of the realty transfer taxes they paid to commit their crimes.Michaelle Bond
Northeast Philly’s Franklin Mills mall is for saleThe sale comes amid a wave of mall redevelopment in the region, with demolition and residential construction a common fate for struggling shopping centers. Jake Blumgart
Northeast Philly’s Franklin Mills mall is for saleThe sale comes amid a wave of mall redevelopment in the region, with demolition and residential construction a common fate for struggling shopping centers. 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
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
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
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
These bills meant to help Philly renters took effect on TuesdayThe bills, passed by Philadelphia City Council, cap renter application fees and allow renters to spread out security deposits.Michaelle Bond
These bills meant to help Philly renters took effect on TuesdayThe bills, passed by Philadelphia City Council, cap renter application fees and allow renters to spread out security deposits.Michaelle Bond
Mayor Cherelle Parker has appointed nonprofit leader Anton Moore as the city’s director of public engagement and neighborhood affairs Moore effectively replaces Hassan Freeman, who was fired by the Parker administration following a verbal altercation with a City Council member.Sean Collins Walsh
Mayor Cherelle Parker has appointed nonprofit leader Anton Moore as the city’s director of public engagement and neighborhood affairs Moore effectively replaces Hassan Freeman, who was fired by the Parker administration following a verbal altercation with a City Council member.Sean Collins Walsh
Trump is changing the way aid goes to cities. Philly stands to lose tens of millions of dollars for housing. Trump's plan is designed to "restore accountability" by cutting funds for permanent housing by two-thirds. Philadelphia received $47 million in housing aid from the federal government last year.Alfred Lubrano
Trump is changing the way aid goes to cities. Philly stands to lose tens of millions of dollars for housing. Trump's plan is designed to "restore accountability" by cutting funds for permanent housing by two-thirds. Philadelphia received $47 million in housing aid from the federal government last year.Alfred Lubrano
Free SEPTA fares for low-income riders could end next year. Advocates are pushing to save it.The Zero Fare program needs permanent funding, argue advocates and some elected officials. Thomas Fitzgerald
Free SEPTA fares for low-income riders could end next year. Advocates are pushing to save it.The Zero Fare program needs permanent funding, argue advocates and some elected officials. Thomas Fitzgerald
