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Musicians pack Philadelphia City Hall to support music resolution

Councilmember Isaiah Thomas introduced a new resolution to declare Philadelphia the “Original Music City.”

Time is running out for additional state SEPTA funding. What do state legislators have to say about it?

With a June 30 budget deadline approaching, Pennsylvania lawmakers are still at odds over public transit funding.

Gov. Shapiro sues USDA over canceled farm & food bank funds

George Maysik, executive director of Share Food Program in Philadelphia, said the food bank serves more than 500,000 people per …

City Council Roundup: Everything to know about their 48-hour legislative sprint

On Philadelphia’s $6.8 billion budget, drama between Council Members, and local Philadelphia advocacy groups.

'The people believe in me,' Marty Small says after big primary win

The Atlantic City mayor is the first in the city's history to win an election while under criminal indictment.

New state bill approved that would expand access to no-cost breast cancer screenings

Senate Bill 88 was just unanimously approved in committee and now heads to the Senate floor.

What to know about road closures, bus detours for Philadelphia's 'No Kings Protest' on Saturday

The City of Philadelphia announced it will implement several road closures, parking restrictions and SEPTA bus detours in preparation for …

Philly Republicans are “cautiously optimistic” after District Attorney challenger Pat Dugan’s 6,167 write‑in votes

After losing to incumbent DA Larry Krasner in the primary, Pat Dugan now has a shot at the November election …

Philadelphia prepares for national spotlight amid “No Kings” protests

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and Governor Josh Shapiro gear up for protests as Trump’s June 14 military parade sparks backlash.

Four Atlantic City projects benefit from DCA funding program

The revitalization plans totaling about $3.35 million are part of $15.4 million awarded statewide.