Some Answers to a Vexing Question: Why Don’t Millennials Vote for Mayor?
Not exactly good or satisfying answers, but answers nonetheless.
4.9 Million Parking Tickets in Philly Since 2012
Never, ever flout the Parking Authority on Market Street — and four more fast takeways from an epic new city data release.
Unapologetic Bill Hite Presses His Case for More Cash for Schools
“This is what it costs to educate a child,” he says.
As Harrisburg Readies for Budget Brawl, Philly Sends C-Team
Will city even be a factor in ultra-high stakes fight this summer?
Stephen Wojdak, Lobbying Titan, Dead at 76
The firm he founded, S.R. Wojdak and Associates, is arguably the state’s most influential.
The Brief: Why Are Minorities Shunning Careers as Cops in Philly?
The Brief: Plus, Darrell Clarke tries to clamp down on rogue community groups.
City Council to School District: Go Away Already
Council’s school budget hearings were a farce, but the real damage to Philadelphia schools is being done by the State.
Pay-by-Phone Parking Coming to Philly Really Soon
Plus, Mayor Nutter and Jim Kenney bury the hatchet (again) and City Council wrestles with prison politics.
How Wasteful Was the Williams Campaign?
Very. And who got the biggest bang for his campaign buck? Doug Oliver.
Kenney and the Rebirth of Big City Liberalism
Plus, the shocking defeat of Wilson Goode Jr.
Jim Kenney Wins in Historic Landslide
The former councilman ran big in neighborhoods across the city. The caveat? Low turnout.
Isn’t That Conveeeeenient
Council incumbents get good ballot position despite poor lottery draws.
“They Already Called the Election, But It Ain’t Over”
Last minute maneuverings in the mayoral race, the no-B.S. guide to City Council elections and story behind Kathleen Kane’s meltdown.