Looking ahead: Philadelphia news to keep an eye on in 2026
By Jack Tomczuk As we enter 2026, Metro is spotlighting a handful of Philadelphia news stories to keep…
Year in Review: Philadelphia’s top news stories of 2025
By Jack Tomczuk As 2025 comes to a close, Metro is revisiting the top local news stories of…
Parker visits churches to rally support for H.O.M.E. planÂ
Metro Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker visited churches across the city on Sunday, urging congregants to back her proposal…
Mayor, City Council clash over $800M housing plan
By Jack Tomczuk Mayor Cherelle Parker is blaming City Council for delaying the start of her $800 million…
Parker advocates for 20-year tax abatement for residential conversions
By Jack Tomczuk Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to double the length of a real estate tax abatement for…
H.O.M.E. budget stalls as Council again questions income limits
By Jack Tomczuk City Council put off a preliminary vote Wednesday on an initial budget for Mayor Cherelle…