Topic: every voice every vote

This year’s proposed changes to the Home Rule Charter address homeless services, prison oversight and affordable housing

Each campaign has declined at least one debate invitation. But as incumbent Larry Krasner picked his preferred forums, traditional televised appearances have not made the cut.

Despite helping to slow bloodshed, several local gun violence prevention community groups are losing federal funding

Amid an increase in youth-driven shootings, young Philadelphians want people to know that they hope to live in peace

Eastern State Penitentiary and Rebuild have teamed up to train Philadelphians for well-paid careers in construction. Here’s a look at how they’re doing it

A way to get more people voting and make our communities safer? That’s what happened with a Colorado program Pennsylvania could easily replicate

The latest edition of The Citizen’s job interviews for candidates for office featured this year’s top-of-the-ticket race for District Attorney. Both Larry Krasner and Pat Dugan were invited. Only one candidate showed up

Even with a city budget proposal that pays for community-driven gun violence intervention work, organizers are worried about President Donald Trump’s promises to slash federal funding

The Economy League’s latest pitch competition seeks ideas on how to close the racial wealth gap, with $50,000 going to the winner

The Mayor’s budget would maintain programs that she says helped drive down shootings, despite uncertainty under President Donald Trump