Your Guide to the 2026 General Election
All the candidates — including PA governor and U.S. reps — on the ballot on November 3
By Courtney Duchene and Lauren McCutcheon The Ballot Questions in the 2026 General Election
The two measures voters can approve or reject on November 3 give an edge to small and local businesses, and make the City's art and culture department permanent
By Lauren McCutcheon Port Richmond’s Progressive Glow Up
Port Richmond newcomers craved a sense of community and neighborliness. So they built it themselves. Their politics followed
By Kate Krauss What Julius Erving Taught Me
A lesson on grief and love from the greatest Sixer who ever lived — something to think about during this particular season
By Colm O’Callaghan “Don’t Believe a Word That You Read” in Pat Croce’s New Book
A decade-long journey has led the former Sixers’ owner to inner peace. This week he and PhillyMag shared lessons from his unexpected new spiritual guide
By Malcolm Burnley Things to Do This Week For America’s 250th
Your curated list of the best semiquincentennial events, exhibits, and activities happening in and around Philly
By Christina Griffith Will Independents Decide if Democrats Take Back the House?
The former congressman and veteran on how 2026 could be the biggest change election in decades
By Patrick J. Murphy Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
The 19th annual event, for which The Citizen is a media sponsor, includes 75 films, special events and workshops around the theme of migration
By Christina Griffith Zero Gun Deaths
Gun violence has plummeted over the last few years in Philly. But could we eliminate it all together? A Boston-based organization thinks we can
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy Want to Protect Your Neighbors on Election Day?
Then follow these de-escalation tips from the experts
By Malcolm Burnley