How To Really Run A City

By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff

Who is Cherelle Parker?

Parker is the 100th — and first woman — mayor of Philadelphia. Here's what we know about her

By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff
2023 Election

Judges Who Won in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania

This slate of state-level justices could decide the fate of abortion, redistricting, gun laws, and more in Pennsylvania; while municipal judges you elect will handle criminal and civil cases.

By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff

More Age Diversity, Please

A young local public policy professional says adding term limits would cycle out politicians who’ve overstayed their welcome — and invite new, younger leaders into the legislative mix

By Jemille Q. Duncan
2023 Election

Who Won in Philadelphia

On November 7, Philly (some of us, at least) voted. Here's our list of winners and losers for Mayor, City Council, judges, and more

By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff
2023 Election

Who Won Seats on Philadelphia City Council?

Meet your 2024 members of Philadelphia City Council

By The Philadelphia Citizen Staff

The Ultimate Guide to the 2023 General Election in Philadelphia

Tuesday, November 7 — today! — we vote. Here's everything you need to know about candidates for Mayor, City Council, judges — the future of Philadelphia

By Julie Platt and The Citizen Staff
Memo to Madam Mayor

Collaboration is Key To Philly’s Future

The heads of the Chamber and United Way urge Mayor-elect Parker to share responsibility for Philly’s growth with business, philanthropic and public leaders

By Chellie Cameron and Bill Golderer

Jeff Yass — The Devil … Or Engaged Citizen?

The school choice mega-billionaire is at it again, spending lavishly on judicial elections and City Council races. Cue the wringing of hands.

By Larry Platt
Election 2023

Christy Brady Just Wants to Go Back to Work

If elected, the Democratic candidate for Controller would be the second CPA in the role — and the first career-long employee of the office

By Lauren McCutcheon