City Hall

Parent & Guardian Engagement Task Force Holds Inaugural Meeting

Philadelphia’s new Parent and Guardian Engagement Task Force, formed in response to a state of emergency over youth violence, met for the first time Tuesday morning. The task force aims to enhance parental involvement and explore solutions to prevent youth crime, with a focus on after-school programs and extracurriculars.

Around Town

PHA Offers $24M to Save Brith Sholom House

The Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) offered $24 million to purchase Brith Sholom House, a senior housing complex in disrepair, to ameliorate ongoing turmoil for its elderly residents and prevent the property from being sold to a for-profit developer.

First-of-Its-Kind Mental Health “Urgent Care” to Open in September

A walk-in mental health clinic offering same-day services for non-crisis patients will open on North Broad Street next month, aiming to reduce unnecessary visits to emergency rooms and crisis centers.

Philadelphia to Host 2026 Global Business Forum

The World Trade Center Greater Philadelphia will host the World Trade Centers Association’s 56th Global Business Forum in 2026, showcasing the city’s global business and trade potential alongside other major events like the FIFA World Cup, MLB All-Star Game, and national semiquincentennial celebrations.

Philadelphia Civil Rights, Sports Icons to Be Recognized

Six Philadelphia civil rights and sports icons will be honored next month with commissioned portraits for their significant contributions to society at an annual fundraising awards dinner for nonprofit Philadelphia Legacies.

Suburban Spotlight

Collar Counties Population Boom Strengthens Democratic Prospects

The growing population in Philadelphia’s outer suburbs, particularly in Chester and Montgomery Counties, has shifted the political landscape to the left, benefiting Democrats and potentially influencing the outcome of future elections in Pennsylvania.

DE, NJ Trying to Lure Sixers Out of Philadelphia

Delaware and New Jersey have thrown their proverbial hats in the ring to attract the Philadelphia 76ers to new arena sites, with Delaware Governor John Carney highlighting Wilmington’s tax advantages and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy promoting Camden’s proximity to Philadelphia.