Here’s what Mayor Parker proposed in her first budget to fight litter and illegal dumping in Philly
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Ask us a question or send us a story idea you think we should cover. Litter and illegal dumping have plagued Philly neighborhoods for decades. Residents and advocates have urged the city to take bolder action […]
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Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker doubles down on year-round schools and more state funding
Parker also told the crowd of executives, elected officials, business owners and civic leaders that she would need the business community’s support to ensure education is equitable for all. “So, Cherelle, what do you want to say to the chamber about public education? I want to call on the chamber, its board, and every member […]
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Philly’s first Latino deputy police commissioner, Pedro Rosario, tasked with overseeing Kensington
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! The first Latino deputy police commissioner in Philadelphia’s history was sworn in with a singular purpose: to fix the ills of Kensington. Deputy Commissioner Pedro Rosario took the oath of office at 24/25 […]
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