Generation Change Philly

The People’s Planner

Gregory Heller has spent his career trying to make Philadelphia more hospitable — and equitable — for the people who call it home.

By Jessica Blatt Press
LISTEN

How to Really Run a City — Combatting Climate Change

Former Mayors Michael Nutter and Kasim Reed speak with Kate Gallego, mayor of Phoenix — one of the hottest cities on earth

By Jessica Blatt Press
Ideas We Should Steal Festival 2022 Recap

“Tell the Truth About Who We Are”

At the opening night of last week’s festival, renowned journalists from Ali Velshi to Jill Abramson offered solutions to what plagues distrust of the media

By Jessica Blatt Press
Ideas We Should Steal Festival

Truth and the Media Post-Midterms

On December 14, join all-star journalists Jill Abramson, Emily Bazelon, Errin Haines, Chris Baxter and Ali Velshi for a kickoff to this year’s Ideas We Should Steal Festival

By Jessica Blatt Press

Hey, Philly! Let’s Hire a Mayor!

In less than one year, Philadelphians will elect our city’s 100th mayor. How about this time we citizens play the role of employer?

By Jessica Blatt Press

Safe at Home

Philadelphia’s Eviction Diversion Program has become a model for cities around the country — and a lifesaver for Philadelphia families

By Jessica Blatt Press
The Citizen Recommends

Jason Kelce’s Do-Good Line of Merch

With Underdog Apparel, the Philadelphia Eagles’ star center is selling tees, totes, fanny packs, hats and more to benefit Philly kids everywhere.

By Jessica Blatt Press
Ideas We Should Steal

A Comprehensive Approach to Mental Health Care

An Oklahoma program helps save police resources and provide better care for residents in distress. Could Philly do the same to combat our mental health care crisis?

By Jessica Blatt Press

The Rookie’s Guide to Biking in Philly

Expert tips for hitting Philadelphia's streets on two wheels

By Jessica Blatt Press
Generation Change Philly

The Carbon Slayer

With his Navy Yard-based company, Ecosave, Marcelo Rouco is providing the kind of win-win solution that’s good for businesses, the city and the planet.

By Jessica Blatt Press