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 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 Want to Protect Your Neighbors on Election Day?
Then follow these de-escalation tips from the experts
By Malcolm Burnley Jakai Bishop, a Philadelphia Inspiration
The iconic chef, photographer and entrepreneur meets up with a charismatic friend who’s gone from “Top Model” to construction sites
By Reuben Harley Why Philly’s Black Panthers Moved to Chester
After clashing with Philadelphia police, the group has shifted its patrols south, winning over some residents but dividing city officials
By Mensah M. Dean Peggy Dolan
How a grieving mom turned her most devastating loss into a salvation for thousands of families with hospitalized children
By Autumn Demberger The City Agencies Serving All Philadelphians Well
An analysis of 311 help request tickets proves it is possible to provide great and timely quality of life services in every neighborhood of the city
By Nick Jain