Minority-owned small businesses were largely shut out of Pa.’s first coronavirus loan program

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro signed an executive order in Philadelphia that mandates state agencies to award more government contracts to small and diverse businesses.

A group with a mission to boost the Philly economy is shutting down, saying things are on the upswing.

Philadelphia City Council is reviewing a bill that would legalize dining on city streets and sidewalks even after the pandemic ends.