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Philly’s economy is rebounding from pandemic, but challenges remain, Pew analysis finds
The 2022 State of Philadelphia report focused on three main areas including public health, public safety and jobs and the economy.
What we know about Philly Pride 2022. Your questions answered
'We are standing on the shoulders of our Queer and Trans ancestors, working diligently to make them proud,' organizers said.
Pa. Rep. Evans floats multi-billion dollar plan to fight gun violence in Philadelphia
The multi-pronged, multi-billion dollar initiative would be funded through the Build Back Better Act, the Philadelphia lawmaker says.
Department of Interior announces funding opportunity for tribal communities to address climate change
By Shondiin Silversmith Tribal nations across the country have the opportunity to receive funding to address the unique impacts climate change has within their communities. “As the effects of climate change continue to intensify, Indigenous communities are facing unique climate-related challenges that pose existential threats to Tribal economies, infrastructure, lives, and livelihoods,” Interior Secretary Deb […]
Judge declares mistrial in federal bribery trial of Philly Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson
"You have failed to reach a verdict, but you have not failed," U.S. District Judge Gerald McHugh told jurors.
Some cities, states say Big Oil should pay for climate damage | Analysis
If some cities and counties are successful, advocates expect a deluge of others to file suits.
Businesses react to return of Philadelphia’s mask mandate
But while some are supportive, several businesses and residents have filed suit in state court in Pennsylvania seeking to overturn Philadelphia’s renewed indoor mask mandate.
A Q+A with state Rep. Summer Lee: ‘I’ve learned that there’s a different way to do politics’
After shaking up Harrisburg, the Pittsburgh Democrat has her sights set on Congress in the May 17 primary.
Pa. Supreme court case challenges parole ban for felony-murder convictions
Lawyers for the appellants, who were teens when they were convicted and spent decades behind bars, call it a 'first-of-its-kind' case.
Scheller raises 10 times more than Dellicker in Republican primary for 7th Congressional District
Incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. Susan Wild has $1M more cash on-hand than Scheller in the bellwether race.
A direct hit to the wallet. How Philly consumers are dealing with rising inflation
'This inflation thing is out of control. In general, many people are just living paycheck to paycheck,' Dwayne Fair said.
Tax Day 2022: What if the government filled out your tax form for you?
'I think if people realized it was as simple as clicking a key and the next day you’d get your tax refund, there would be a lot more demand for it,' scholar Cliff Robb says.