Jim KenneyPhiladelphians are frustrated with the city’s snowstorm cleanup. What does that mean for Mayor Cherelle Parker?Snowstorms are infamous for their ability to undermine constituents’ faith in their mayors. The risk of fallout could be heightened for Parker, who campaigned on a promise to provide city services.Sean Collins Walsh and Ryan W. Briggs Philly’s unplowed snow has slowed SEPTA and frustrated residents and businessesXimena Conde, Nate File, and Ryan W. Briggs Philly lawmakers want to restrict cooperation with ICE and ban agents from wearing masksAnna Orso, Jeff Gammage, and Sean Collins Walsh 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 AdvertisementCity 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 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 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 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 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 Immigration advocates say Philly courthouse has become a ‘hunting ground’ for ICE. They want agents barred from the building.The courthouse has become a focus of enforcement and resistance as President Trump presses his tough deportation agenda.Jeff Gammage Philadelphia shoppers will soon have to pay 10 cents for a paper bagThough her administration had been critical of the measure, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker declined to veto the bill, allowing it to become law without her signature.Sean Collins Walsh What Philadelphians close to the criminal justice system want DA Larry Krasner to do in his third termDistrict Attorney Larry Krasner asked for the public's help in setting the agenda of his third term. Lawyers and advocates have some suggestions.Ellie Rushing and Anna Orso Redevelopment Authority accuses Polish Museum of ‘bullying tactics’ to win back buildingA Wednesday City Council hearing was a last-ditch effort for Michael Blichasz to make his case in public. Jake Blumgart Philadelphia City Controller Christy Brady has defeated Republican challenger Ari PatrinosBrady first became acting controller in 2022, when Mayor Jim Kenney appointed her to fill a vacancy created by Rebecca Rhynhart resigning to run for mayor. Sean Collins Walsh A new 10-cent fee on paper bags has cleared Philly City Council, but Mayor Parker’s support is uncertainMayor Cherelle L. Parker has not yet said if she intends to sign the bill, which requires stores charge at least 10 cents per nonreusable bag.Anna Orso Pennsylvania joins lawsuit against Trump administration’s decision to revoke emergency preparedness fundingThe changes to grant programs by the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA seemingly make good on a promise by the Trump administration to target sanctuary jurisdictions.Fallon Roth OpinionA ‘Be the Phirst to Phlush’ lottery was held to open Clark Park’s new public bathroomThe Friends of Clark Park held a potty party Monday to celebrate the long-awaited opening of their park's Philly Phlush unit. Stephanie Farr | Columnist See more storiesAdvertisement
Philadelphians are frustrated with the city’s snowstorm cleanup. What does that mean for Mayor Cherelle Parker?Snowstorms are infamous for their ability to undermine constituents’ faith in their mayors. The risk of fallout could be heightened for Parker, who campaigned on a promise to provide city services.Sean Collins Walsh and Ryan W. Briggs
Philadelphians are frustrated with the city’s snowstorm cleanup. What does that mean for Mayor Cherelle Parker?Snowstorms are infamous for their ability to undermine constituents’ faith in their mayors. The risk of fallout could be heightened for Parker, who campaigned on a promise to provide city services.Sean Collins Walsh and Ryan W. Briggs
Philly’s unplowed snow has slowed SEPTA and frustrated residents and businessesXimena Conde, Nate File, and Ryan W. Briggs
Philly’s unplowed snow has slowed SEPTA and frustrated residents and businessesXimena Conde, Nate File, and Ryan W. Briggs
Philly lawmakers want to restrict cooperation with ICE and ban agents from wearing masksAnna Orso, Jeff Gammage, and Sean Collins Walsh
Philly lawmakers want to restrict cooperation with ICE and ban agents from wearing masksAnna Orso, Jeff Gammage, and Sean Collins Walsh
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
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
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
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
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
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
Immigration advocates say Philly courthouse has become a ‘hunting ground’ for ICE. They want agents barred from the building.The courthouse has become a focus of enforcement and resistance as President Trump presses his tough deportation agenda.Jeff Gammage
Immigration advocates say Philly courthouse has become a ‘hunting ground’ for ICE. They want agents barred from the building.The courthouse has become a focus of enforcement and resistance as President Trump presses his tough deportation agenda.Jeff Gammage
Philadelphia shoppers will soon have to pay 10 cents for a paper bagThough her administration had been critical of the measure, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker declined to veto the bill, allowing it to become law without her signature.Sean Collins Walsh
Philadelphia shoppers will soon have to pay 10 cents for a paper bagThough her administration had been critical of the measure, Mayor Cherelle L. Parker declined to veto the bill, allowing it to become law without her signature.Sean Collins Walsh
What Philadelphians close to the criminal justice system want DA Larry Krasner to do in his third termDistrict Attorney Larry Krasner asked for the public's help in setting the agenda of his third term. Lawyers and advocates have some suggestions.Ellie Rushing and Anna Orso
What Philadelphians close to the criminal justice system want DA Larry Krasner to do in his third termDistrict Attorney Larry Krasner asked for the public's help in setting the agenda of his third term. Lawyers and advocates have some suggestions.Ellie Rushing and Anna Orso
Redevelopment Authority accuses Polish Museum of ‘bullying tactics’ to win back buildingA Wednesday City Council hearing was a last-ditch effort for Michael Blichasz to make his case in public. Jake Blumgart
Redevelopment Authority accuses Polish Museum of ‘bullying tactics’ to win back buildingA Wednesday City Council hearing was a last-ditch effort for Michael Blichasz to make his case in public. Jake Blumgart
Philadelphia City Controller Christy Brady has defeated Republican challenger Ari PatrinosBrady first became acting controller in 2022, when Mayor Jim Kenney appointed her to fill a vacancy created by Rebecca Rhynhart resigning to run for mayor. Sean Collins Walsh
Philadelphia City Controller Christy Brady has defeated Republican challenger Ari PatrinosBrady first became acting controller in 2022, when Mayor Jim Kenney appointed her to fill a vacancy created by Rebecca Rhynhart resigning to run for mayor. Sean Collins Walsh
A new 10-cent fee on paper bags has cleared Philly City Council, but Mayor Parker’s support is uncertainMayor Cherelle L. Parker has not yet said if she intends to sign the bill, which requires stores charge at least 10 cents per nonreusable bag.Anna Orso
A new 10-cent fee on paper bags has cleared Philly City Council, but Mayor Parker’s support is uncertainMayor Cherelle L. Parker has not yet said if she intends to sign the bill, which requires stores charge at least 10 cents per nonreusable bag.Anna Orso
Pennsylvania joins lawsuit against Trump administration’s decision to revoke emergency preparedness fundingThe changes to grant programs by the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA seemingly make good on a promise by the Trump administration to target sanctuary jurisdictions.Fallon Roth
Pennsylvania joins lawsuit against Trump administration’s decision to revoke emergency preparedness fundingThe changes to grant programs by the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA seemingly make good on a promise by the Trump administration to target sanctuary jurisdictions.Fallon Roth
OpinionA ‘Be the Phirst to Phlush’ lottery was held to open Clark Park’s new public bathroomThe Friends of Clark Park held a potty party Monday to celebrate the long-awaited opening of their park's Philly Phlush unit. Stephanie Farr | Columnist
OpinionA ‘Be the Phirst to Phlush’ lottery was held to open Clark Park’s new public bathroomThe Friends of Clark Park held a potty party Monday to celebrate the long-awaited opening of their park's Philly Phlush unit. Stephanie Farr | Columnist
