Philadelphia General Election Voter Guide: What To Know

The 2025 general election is nearly here, and voters may have some question about casting ballots on Nov. 4. Here's what you need to know:

Pennsylvania Budget Stalemate Could Force Some Philadelphia Preschools To Shut Down, Owners Say

Lisa Smith, owner and operator of Amazing Kidz Academy, said she hasn't been paid for several months.

Mahmoud Khalil Appears In Philadelphia Court As Trump Administration Seeks Re-Detainment, Deportation

"All of this is being conducted in an improper forum," attorney Drew Ensign said. "So that should be a full stop."

Philadelphia City Council Committee Advances Bill Requiring 10-Cent Charge For Paper Bags

The bill would require businesses to charge 10 cents per paper bag used and post signs informing customers of the new fees.

New Report Highlights Risk Of Potential Strikes In Philadelphia During 2026 Celebrations

"World-class cities have world-class workers, and world-class workers deserve world-class pay," Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta said.

‘No Kings’ Protest Planned In Philadelphia: What To Know

Philadelphia officials are closing roads and limiting parking for Saturday's demonstration. See details here.

Philadelphia International Airport Won't Play Kristi Noem's Govt Shutdown Video

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's video blaming Democrats for the federal government shutdown won't be seen at PHL any time soon.

SEPTA Suspends All Regional Rail Service Thursday

The suspension Thursday is unrelated to the delays due to the recent NTSB safety report and fire hazards.

Philadelphia's Federal Workforce Braces For Furloughs, Possible Layoffs From Government Shutdown

The federal government shutdown will affect thousands of workers in Philadelphia and around Pennsylvania, a union leader said.

Philadelphia's Overnight Business Curfew Expands Again, Covering More North Philly Neighborhoods

"We don't know what we're going to do," Bonilla said. "The people who got food trucks — they have to close, because they don't make money."

Gov. Josh Shapiro Says Pennsylvania Is Prepared Should Trump Decide To Send National Guard To Philadelphia

The president on Tuesday said he would deploy the National Guard to Baltimore and Chicago as well. He didn't say when that will happen.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker Urges Lawmakers To Pass Budget With SEPTA Funding As Riders Deal With Cuts

School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington said they'll have to crunch the attendance numbers on Monday night.

Former VP Kamala Harris Coming To Philadelphia On Book Tour

The former Vice President and presidential candidate is bringing the tour for her new book, "107 Days," to Philadelphia next month.

Pennsylvania Democrats Push Bill To Ban Masked ICE Agents, Increase Transparency In Law Enforcement

Pennsylvania lawmakers and community advocates gathered outside the ICE field office in Philadelphia on Thursday.

Judge's Order Could Pause Bike Lane Safety Project On Spruce And Pine Streets In Philadelphia

In June, Friends of Pine and Spruce filed a lawsuit seeking to block the city from moving forward with the bike safety plan.

Philadelphia Agrees To Return Frank Rizzo Statue To Monument Committee, Clearing Way For Relocation

The monument committee said they are negotiating with the city to determine the statue's future location.

Planned SEPTA Cuts Going Into Effect This Month, Despite Legislative Action: Report

The Senate amendment allocates $292 million for mass transit this year and another $300 million in fiscal year 2026-2027.

PA Senate Reconvening To Consider SEPTA Funding: Latest Updates

The Pennsylvania Senate is reconvening at 4 p.m. Tuesday and may decide on the House bill that would give SEPTA funding to stave off cuts.

PA Lawmakers Vote On SEPTA Funding

SEPTA could soon eliminate dozens of bus routes, five regional rail lines, increase fares, and more as it faces a major funding crisis.

Columbus Day Switch Up In Philly Violated City Charter: Court

When former Mayor Jim Kenney swapped out Columbus Day for Indigenous Peoples Day, he violated the City Charter, a court recently ruled.

SEPTA Bus Depot Fire Subject Of Federal Investigation

The Federal Transit Administration Wednesday announced it is looking into the June 5 fire that burned numerous decommissioned SEPTA buses.

PA City Named 'Sanctuary Jurisdiction' By DOJ

The city uses its authority "to violate, obstruct, and defy the enforcement of Federal immigration laws," the DOJ alleges.

Dogs Left Out In Exteme Heat Rescued From Philly Property: PSPCA

Investigators believe the people responsible for leaving the dogs in dangerous heat also left critically ill puppies outside ACCT Philly.

District Council 33 Members Ratify New Contract After Weeklong Strike

This three-year contract with 3 percent raises each year, as well as the creation of a fifth step in the union pay scale.​

Chinatown Stitch Project In Philadelphia Uncertain After Trump Administration Appears To Strip Federal Funding

The Chinatown Stitch project aimed to cap the Vine Street Expressway between 10th and 13th streets, creating a new public green space.

District Council 47 Reach Tentative Agreement With Philadelphia To Avert Possible Strike

Mayor Cherelle Parker said the agreement will increase DC 47 members' pay by 13.5% over her four years in office.

See Details On City Services After Strike Ends

AFSCME District Council 33's strike ended Wednesday, and that means services provided by the City of Philadelphia will return to normal.

Strike Ends After District Council 33, Philly Officials Reach Tentative Agreement

The tentative agreement falls short of what the union was asking for, with its president saying members are unhappy with the pending deal.

Philly Airport Emergency Dispatchers Ordered Back To Work Amid Strike: Reports

The Philadelphia International Airport's emergency dispatchers are represented by AFSCME District Council 33, which is still striking.

Philadelphia Strike Hits Day 7 As Latest Negotiations Between Union, Parker Administration End Without Deal

DC 33 and the Parker administration negotiated for hours on Saturday but were unable to reach an agreement.

Latest Details On Philadelphia's Response To District Council 33 Strike

See the latest news on the City of Philadelphia's response to the AFSCME District Council 33 strike that began Tuesday.

Philly 911 Dispatchers Ordered Back To Work By Judge

The court order also issued rules regarding picketing and the Philadelphia Water Department during AFSCME District Council 33​'s strike.

Sanitation Crews, More Philly Workers On Strike

See how the AFSCME District Council 33​ strike will affect day-to-day life in Philadelphia.

Philly's Largest Blue Collar Union Could Strike Tuesday

District Council 33 represents about 9,000 city workers, including sanitation crews, 911 dispatchers, airport services, and more.

Congressman Dwight Evans Retiring After Decades Of Public Service

Rep. Dwight Evans began serving constituents in 1981 when he became a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

'No Kings' Protest Peaceful In City Of Brotherly Love Despite Reported Crowd Of 80,000

Despite a crowd of reportedly 80,000 people, the 'No Kings' protest in Philadelphia was peaceful, with a speech by Martin Luther King III.

Tactical ICE Units May Be Deployed To Philly This Weekend: Reports

ICE is reportedly planing to deploy tactical units to various cities, Philadelphia included, this weekend, according to anonymous sources.

‘No Kings’ Protest To Be Held Saturday In Philadelphia: What To Know

Organizers said a core principle behind all No Kings demonstrations is a commitment to nonviolence.

Lawsuit Filed Over Philadelphia's Plan To Expand Bike Lane Infrastructure On Pine And Spruce Streets

"It's going to create congestion, there are gonna be emergency vehicles that are not going to be able to get through," Bochetto continued.

Philadelphia 'Impeding' Immigration Enforcement, Trump Admin Says

Philadelphia is on a new public list of jurisdictions "deliberately and shamefully obstructing" the Trump admin's mass deportations.