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The jurors’ question may indicate they are nearing the end of their deliberations in the federal corruption trial of Bobby Henon and John “Johnny Doc” Dougherty.

Observers see a slow-moving storm set to destabilize a housing market that is already strained by unmet demand for decent, affordable options.

The government’s ambitious rhetoric around climate is too often dangerously out of step with its own actions.

The juror who tested positive was excused from the case and all the other jurors have tested negative, the judge said.

The firm, Design Workshop, is expected to move forward with the long-awaited redesign in early 2022.

Philadelphia’s pandemic-inspired experiment with expanded outdoor dining is poised to end with streeteries made permanently legal in certain parts of the city.

The interruption comes in the sixth week of the trial, following the conclusion of closing arguments by prosecution and defense attorneys on Monday.

Assistant U.S. Attorney Frank Costello argued that Dougherty “bought Henon” in the government’s closing courtroom argument.

Rebuild Ready has helped 96 Philly businesses scale up to be able to compete for contracts with local government. Nearly 90% are owned by people of color.

A new report from the Philadelphia Controller's Office reveals which areas of the city have experienced the most consistent delays in trash pickup.

Philadelphia Councilmember Cindy Bass said money shouldn't stop residents from having a say in neighborhood development decisions.

Among the character witnesses called for Henon were former nurses union president Patricia Eakin and Michael Bresnan, president of the firefighters and paramedics union.

To meet growing ridership, Indego is expanding further into West Philly and South Philly, and adding stations on Kelly Drive and in East Falls.

Character witnesses for the City Council member included a state representative, a priest, and a community advocate.

Philadelphia’s streeteries could live on past the pandemic under new legislation introduced in City Council. We’ve broken down the competing bills.