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Who Won Philadelphia’s 2024 Primary Election?
The April 23 race included important Attorney General, State Auditor and Senate races. Oh yeah, and that Presidential thing
Four Ways to Improve Recycling in Philly
Recycling in Philly is broken. Here’s how Mayor Parker’s administration could fix it.
The New Urban Order: The Supreme Court Will Decide if Homelessness is a Crime
How will the ruling in City of Grants Pass, Oregon, v. Gloria Johnson affect how Philadelphia addresses our own homelessness crisis?
Listen: Ali Velshi Interviews Philadelphia’s Block Captain of the Year
The MSNBC anchor and Citizen Board member talks with Michelle Belser of Melrose Gardens about civic engagement and working with the community
The Ultimate 2024 PA Primary Election Guide
The April 23 race includes important Attorney General, State Auditor and Senate races. Oh yeah, and that Presidential thing
Ideas We Should Steal: Use Free Money to Build a Thriving Green Economy
El Paso, TX is poised to take full economic advantage of the global energy transition, thanks to a Green Business Initiative.
Your City Defined: The City Budget
Mayor Parker kicked off budget season with her $6 billion budget proposal to City Council. Here’s what that means, and what happens now
A Progressive Arena Deal?
In Milwaukee, a sports arena deal has led to a pro-growth, pro-union, working class, cross-racial revival. Could it be a model for all development in Philly?
420 and Beyond — What’s the Deal with Weed in PA?
Marijuana’s official holiday is approaching. How you can celebrate, get a medical marijuana card, and help PA join its neighbors in legalizing recreational pot
Guest Commentary: Grow Your Own Black Teacher Pipeline
A donor helped fund a fellowship to bring new teachers of color to a suburban district. Here’s why a local educator thinks it’s an idea worth stealing