Philadelphia
Wharton senior relaunches food justice pilot program for impacted youth after pandemic shutdown
The program — called Grassroots and founded by Wharton senior Lawrence Freymovitch — launched an eight-week financial empowerment class through The Wharton School on Nov. 3, the first such initiative after the program shut down due to COVID-19 in 2020.
Penn community members call for ceasefire in Gaza at international pro-Palestinian walkout on campus
The walkout opened with calls for a ceasefire, restoration of water and electricity in Gaza, and an end to United States and University aid to Israel.
DPS launches intensified safety campaign to enforce existing regulations on bikes, scooters
DPS announced their decision to double down on these safety measures last year, although the policies were initially created in 2014.
2016 Fels Institute of Government graduate Cherelle Parker first woman elected mayor of Philadelphia
Parker, a former Philadelphia city councilmember and Pennsylvania state representative, faced Republican candidate David Oh and emerged as the winner with 74% of the vote.
SEPTA to phase out tokens in 2024, shifting to modern payment methods
Individuals can now pay their fare for SEPTA’s services by tapping a credit card, mobile wallet, or the SEPTA key card.
A voter's guide to the 2023 general election
Philadelphia will choose its 100th Mayor, either Republican David Oh or Democrat Cherelle Parker.
Penn political groups share plans, endorsements for election day in off-year municipal election
Penn Democrats, Penn College Republicans, and Penn Young Democratic Socialists of America shared their preparations, plans, and endorsements ahead of Election Day.
Penn students celebrate Filipino American Heritage Month throughout October
Students celebrated Filipino American History Month in October, with events including the annual Halo-Halloween celebration hosted by the Penn Philippine Association.
Grad students criticize Penn response to union filing ahead of postponed NLRB hearing
Penn is arguing that graduate students are "not employees" in response to their recent decision to unionize.
Phila. mayoral candidate David Oh says he would tax Penn at College Republicans event
Oh will face Democratic mayoral candidate and 2016 Fels Institute of Government graduate Cherelle Parker on Nov. 7.
Philadelphia City Council candidates talk affordable housing, gun violence at Penn Dems roundtable
Nicolas O’Rourke, Kendra Brooks, Isaiah Thomas, and Nina Ahmad spoke at the event about their platforms ahead of the Nov. 7 election.
Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson leads Philadelphia City Council President race
As of Oct. 12, Johnson had secured commitments from the majority of council members.
Sabrina’s Cafe to open sixth location in Philadelphia International Airport
Sabrina's Cafe has three locations in Philadelphia: University City, South Street, and the Art Museum.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court candidate speaks to Penn Dems about importance of election
McCaffery spoke about the unique power of the state Supreme Court to make decisions that affect Pennsylvanians.
Penn graduate student workers file for election, possibly creating another historic union in Phila.
Last week, organizers entered College Hall and delivered a letter with nearly 500 signatures directed to President Liz Magill and Provost John Jackson.
Penn to host 300th anniversary celebration for Benjamin Franklin’s arrival to Philadelphia
All members of the Penn community are invited to attend the celebration from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., which will include lunch and remarks from various speakers.
Police Free Penn hosts panel critiquing Penn's relationship with Black Philadelphians
The topics of conversation at the discussion ranged from the University City townhomes to Penn’s community engagement and gentrification of West Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania one of 10 states with new COVID-19 variant
Other states with detected samples of the variant are Colorado, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.
Philadelphia Economic Equity Project to survey 24,000 residents on economic mobility
The survey will invite Philadelphia residents to share their financial experiences over 36 months.