Elections 2023
Philadelphians hope a cleaner city will reduce gun violence. Will Oh or Parker make it a reality?
Many Philadelphians feel blight reduction is an untapped gun violence prevention strategy. Both Cherelle Parker and David Oh say they have a cleanup plan.
5 months ago
Listen 2:04Procrastinator’s guide to the 2023 November election in Philadelphia
Here's a brief intro to what’s on the Philly ballot in November.
5 months ago
Philly coalition urges next mayor to not leave underserved youth behind
The Kids Campaign wants the next administration to improve community safety, mental health services, and tackle gun violence “starting on day one.”
5 months ago
Cherelle Parker and David Oh square off in Philly mayoral race’s only debate
The candidates squared off in their only face-to-face contest at the studios of KYW Newsradio.
5 months ago
Pa.’s Election Code is badly outdated. That could have serious consequences in 2024
Pa.'s voting law contains conflicting sections, provisions that don’t address legal precedents, and language that doesn’t reflect how elections are run in 2023.
5 months ago
Candidate for Pennsylvania appeals court in November election struck by car while placing yard signs
Maria Battista's campaign said she was released Monday after being treated for minor injuries, including a hairline fracture of her collarbone.
5 months ago
A New Chapter: The Philadelphia Mayoral Town Hall
The candidates for Mayor of Philadelphia are in the 6abc Studios for A New Chapter: The Philadelphia Mayoral Town Hall
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“Thank you, and have a great life,” the ex-committeeperson was told.
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Youth voter turnout in Philly is on the rise, but tens of thousands still don’t cast a ballot
Several groups are working to increase voter engagement among 18- to 24-year-olds, including the Campus Vote Project.
5 months ago
Elecciones Pa. 2023: Todo lo que necesita saber para solicitar, llenar y devolver su voto por correo
Cada votante registrado en Pensilvania tiene la opción de votar por correo. Aprenda todo lo que necesita saber sobre el proceso antes de las elecciones del 7 de noviembre.
5 months ago
As Philly gears up for its mayoral election next month, WHYY’s Bridging Blocks team raised the question: Will this next election season have low voter turnout? If so, why?
5 months ago
Listen 1:31List of candidate forums and debates in Philadelphia leading up to the November election
Meet the people running for office on Nov. 7, or at least hear from them live. We’ll keep this list updated with the latest.
5 months ago
Los votantes de Pensilvania deberán considerar la posibilidad de otorgar a dos jueces de la Corte Superior nuevos mandatos de 10 años.
5 months ago
‘We can have nice things’: Philly climate activists rally for investments in public spaces
The Sunrise activists want Philly’s next mayor to put solar panels on rec center roofs, open libraries longer, and turn vacant lots into gardens.
5 months ago
Los ciudadanos de Pa. encontrarán candidatos para la Corte Suprema del estado, contiendas municipales y más, en la papeleta de las elecciones generales del 7 de noviembre.
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