Philadelphia PoliticsWhy Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration fired its top DEI and LGBTQ affairs officials due to a ‘semi-nude’ photo neither sentTyrell Brown, the director of LGBTQ+ affairs, and Brandee Anderson, the city's chief of diversity, equity and inclusion, were terminated this week, they said. Anderson said she was fired "unjustly."
Philadelphia PoliticsWhy Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration fired its top DEI and LGBTQ affairs officials due to a ‘semi-nude’ photo neither sentTyrell Brown, the director of LGBTQ+ affairs, and Brandee Anderson, the city's chief of diversity, equity and inclusion, were terminated this week, they said. Anderson said she was fired "unjustly."
New Jersey PoliticsMikie Sherrill picks Dale Caldwell, a Black pastor and university president, for lieutenant governor
New Jersey PoliticsMikie Sherrill picks Dale Caldwell, a Black pastor and university president, for lieutenant governor
National PoliticsThe Trump admin asked visitors to report ‘negative’ displays at national parks. Few in Philly did.
National PoliticsThe Trump admin asked visitors to report ‘negative’ displays at national parks. Few in Philly did.
National PoliticsTrump administration clears way to keep Alina Habba as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor
National PoliticsTrump administration clears way to keep Alina Habba as New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor
National PoliticsWhy Pa. Republican Scott Perry says he supported a Pa. Democrat’s motion to subpoena the Epstein filesPerry, who represents York County, was one of three Republicans to vote to subpoena the Department of Justice for files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
National PoliticsWhy Pa. Republican Scott Perry says he supported a Pa. Democrat’s motion to subpoena the Epstein filesPerry, who represents York County, was one of three Republicans to vote to subpoena the Department of Justice for files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Philadelphia PoliticsMayor Cherelle L. Parker’s summer of municipal labor unrest is likely over as white-collar city union approves contractThe contract will cost the city approximately $92 million over the course of five years, the administration said.
Philadelphia PoliticsMayor Cherelle L. Parker’s summer of municipal labor unrest is likely over as white-collar city union approves contractThe contract will cost the city approximately $92 million over the course of five years, the administration said.
Pennsylvania PoliticsJosh Shapiro and Stephen Colbert talk Trump, arson, and his failed bid for student governmentGov. Josh Shapiro and Stephen Colbert, both critics of President Donald Trump, spoke about a variety of topics on the show, which is slated to end next year.
Pennsylvania PoliticsJosh Shapiro and Stephen Colbert talk Trump, arson, and his failed bid for student governmentGov. Josh Shapiro and Stephen Colbert, both critics of President Donald Trump, spoke about a variety of topics on the show, which is slated to end next year.
HealthRestrictions on Kensington outreach services won’t be enforced yetCity officials say they are working to set up a permitting system that’s required by the new law.
HealthRestrictions on Kensington outreach services won’t be enforced yetCity officials say they are working to set up a permitting system that’s required by the new law.
Pennsylvania PoliticsSen. Fetterman says Trump administration will release $1 billion for Pa. infrastructure projectsSen. John Fetterman called Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy a "man of his word," as he announces the Trump administration's release of federal infrastructure funding.
Pennsylvania PoliticsSen. Fetterman says Trump administration will release $1 billion for Pa. infrastructure projectsSen. John Fetterman called Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy a "man of his word," as he announces the Trump administration's release of federal infrastructure funding.
New Jersey PoliticsPemberton mayor won’t quit despite sexual harassment allegations and claims of toxic culture in Pine Barrens townA highly critical independent investigation found that Pemberton Township council should take action against Mayor Jack Tompkins, including termination or suspension.
New Jersey PoliticsPemberton mayor won’t quit despite sexual harassment allegations and claims of toxic culture in Pine Barrens townA highly critical independent investigation found that Pemberton Township council should take action against Mayor Jack Tompkins, including termination or suspension.
BusinessAs Trump rails against Fed Chair Powell, here’s why Federal Reserve independence is essentialThe Federal Reserve, established over a century ago, has managed its dual mandate admirably, economist Mark Zandi writes, by making decisions without political consideration.
BusinessAs Trump rails against Fed Chair Powell, here’s why Federal Reserve independence is essentialThe Federal Reserve, established over a century ago, has managed its dual mandate admirably, economist Mark Zandi writes, by making decisions without political consideration.
National PoliticsTrump administration sues New York City over ‘sanctuary city’ policiesThe federal lawsuit is the latest in a series of suits brought by the Justice Department targeting state or city policies seen as interfering with immigration enforcement.
National PoliticsTrump administration sues New York City over ‘sanctuary city’ policiesThe federal lawsuit is the latest in a series of suits brought by the Justice Department targeting state or city policies seen as interfering with immigration enforcement.
Philadelphia PoliticsThe long-overdue taxes on a Center City building partially owned by DA Larry Krasner have been paid off City records show the group was behind on taxes periodically since at least 2014. The issue has been repeatedly raised by Krasner's critics over the years.
Philadelphia PoliticsThe long-overdue taxes on a Center City building partially owned by DA Larry Krasner have been paid off City records show the group was behind on taxes periodically since at least 2014. The issue has been repeatedly raised by Krasner's critics over the years.
Philadelphia PoliticsMayor Cherelle Parker has tapped ex-NBC10 anchor Renee Chenault-Fattah to lead Philadelphia’s civil rights agency Chenault-Fattah, an attorney and former news anchor, is married to former U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah, who resigned after being convicted in 2016 on federal corruption charges.
Philadelphia PoliticsMayor Cherelle Parker has tapped ex-NBC10 anchor Renee Chenault-Fattah to lead Philadelphia’s civil rights agency Chenault-Fattah, an attorney and former news anchor, is married to former U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah, who resigned after being convicted in 2016 on federal corruption charges.
TransportationRed sign at your SEPTA bus stop? It’s an alert about the route’s future.A 20% cut in SEPTA service and a fare increase are scheduled for Aug. 24, barring new state funding. 32 bus routes will be eliminated.
TransportationRed sign at your SEPTA bus stop? It’s an alert about the route’s future.A 20% cut in SEPTA service and a fare increase are scheduled for Aug. 24, barring new state funding. 32 bus routes will be eliminated.
Pennsylvania PoliticsJosh Shapiro criticizes Zohran Mamdani for not condemning ‘some blatantly antisemitic things’Gov. Josh Shapiro said Zohran Mamdani has allowed "too much space for extremists." Mamdani has been criticized for not condemning the term "globalize the intifada" but he's recently shifted his tone.
Pennsylvania PoliticsJosh Shapiro criticizes Zohran Mamdani for not condemning ‘some blatantly antisemitic things’Gov. Josh Shapiro said Zohran Mamdani has allowed "too much space for extremists." Mamdani has been criticized for not condemning the term "globalize the intifada" but he's recently shifted his tone.
Philadelphia PoliticsFrom high energy on the picket lines to ‘demoralized’ at work: How DC 33 members are navigating a post-strike workplaceIn the days following the first major city worker strike in almost 40 years, seven municipal employees spoke to The Inquirer about the strike and their return to work.
Philadelphia PoliticsFrom high energy on the picket lines to ‘demoralized’ at work: How DC 33 members are navigating a post-strike workplaceIn the days following the first major city worker strike in almost 40 years, seven municipal employees spoke to The Inquirer about the strike and their return to work.
NewsPhiladelphia needs welders. A Trump administration proposal would eliminate the agency helping to train them. Federal cuts to economic development programs could hinder the region's workforce.
NewsPhiladelphia needs welders. A Trump administration proposal would eliminate the agency helping to train them. Federal cuts to economic development programs could hinder the region's workforce.
TransportationCanvassers have a message for Bucks County SEPTA riders: It’s not too late to save your train SEPTA is a few weeks from cutting 20% of its service and raising fares 21% as Harrisburg leaders negotiate state budget.
TransportationCanvassers have a message for Bucks County SEPTA riders: It’s not too late to save your train SEPTA is a few weeks from cutting 20% of its service and raising fares 21% as Harrisburg leaders negotiate state budget.