Move to Philly. Invite a Friend.

A new nonprofit thinks that by diversifying our middle-income earners, we can create a path to prosperity for Philadelphians of all income levels

By Malcolm Burnley

Can Worker Co-ops Fix Our Busted Democracy?

City Councilmember Nic O’Rourke wants Philly to promote more democratically-run businesses as a way out of today’s political and economic doldrums

By Malcolm Burnley

The Black, Gay, Shabbat-Observing, Tap Shoe-Wearing Philadelphian Running for Judge

Why former Prisons Commissioner Leon King II is running to fill the empathy deficit on Common Pleas Court

By Malcolm Burnley

Is There Such A Thing As Accountable AI?

Wharton’s latest foray into studying Artificial Intelligence looks at the regulatory, ethical and governmental considerations of these technologies

By Malcolm Burnley

The First Whole Foods Union? In Philly, of Course

A labor expert on what a White House keen on halting the labor movement means for the grocery store workers, why unions are still on the rise nationally — and what it all means for Philadelphia

By Malcolm Burnley
Citizen of the Year Awards

A. Leon Higginbotham Social Justice Champion Marsha Levick

The Juvenile Law Center co-founder has spent 50 years advocating for the rights of youth in the legal system, taking on corrupt judges, changing policy and contributing to victories in the U.S. Supreme Court

By Malcolm Burnley

Where Art Thou, Rebuild?

Connor Barwin’s City-funded $21 million revamp of Vare Recreation Center shows what the Kenney-era program could accomplish — so why did it fall so short of its target?

By Malcolm Burnley

Keep the Opioids; Lose the Risk

A Temple researcher’s work is on track to radically change pain management and the opioid crisis forever

By Malcolm Burnley

No Benefits Left Behind

When Benefits Data Trust closed earlier this year, some experts foresaw a calamitous impact on public benefits access. Now nonprofits are stepping up to stop that from happening

By Malcolm Burnley

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of … Less Work?

A 32-hour workweek could become a calling card for Philly, boost the economy, and improve mental health, says the founder of 4 Day Philly

By Malcolm Burnley