Philadelphia Council committee calls for reparations office
Robert E. Williams said his great-grandmother was on one of the final slave ships to come to the…
Philadelphia city councilmembers press superintendent on plan to close 20 district schools
During a crowded hearing Tuesday at Philadelphia City Council, the biggest question that emerged was: Why are more…
Philadelphia’s $2.8 billion school modernization plan faces criticism from parents, City Council members
PHILADELPHIA – Philadelphia’s school modernization plan is facing criticism from parents and City Council members, as the district…
Philadelphia City Council set to learn more about controversial school closing plan
Philadelphia City Council is set to learn more about the school district’s controversial plan to close nearly two…
Philadelphia’s youth ombudsperson could soon be permanent
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‘ICE Out’ legislation set to be introduced in Philly City Council
By Jack Tomczuk A pair of City Council members are planning to introduce legislation this week intended to…
Philadelphia City Council returns to housing-focused agenda
More protections for city renters Last April, Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke introduced the Safe Healthy Homes Act. The legislative…
PHILADELPHIA BREAKS GROUND ON TEN-BLOCK TRANSFORMATION IN CENTER CITY
AVENUE OF THE ARTS, INC. REIMAGINES 1-MILE STRETCH FROM CITY HALL TO WASHINGTON AVENUE ON SOUTH BROAD STREET…
Amid threats from Trump to close it, Philly slave exhibit marks its 15th anniversary | Local News
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Philadelphia housing: What changed for renters, homeowners in 2025
Help for low-income renters In June, Council passed legislation authorizing the city to create an antidisplacement fund for…
Philadelphia City Council approves outdoor dining expansion, targets reservation scalping
Philadelphia City Council has approved legislation aimed at expanding outdoor dining and limiting the resale of restaurant reservations…
Philadelphia housing: City Council OKs Parker’s H.O.M.E. plan
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from…