Government

Thiel is heading back to the private sector, and there is a new city solicitor and deputy mayor in Parker’s cabinet.

Immigrant rights groups on Tuesday requested a meeting with Parker and outlined what actions her administration should take to implement the new laws.

One local union has demanded the return of a political donation. But House Democratic leaders deny the existence of that contribution.

Senate Majority Leader Bryan Townsend says his legislation phases in price caps on hospitals and strengthens primary care access.

“It’s a name, it’s a statue, it’s a plaque. It could be a variety of things,” a city official said about ideas for honoring Delaware’s only president.

From trust in elections to political polarization, experts shared what they believe Americans should understand about democracy's future.

The two state senators criticized the budget for failing to address “critical” issues such as public transit, affordable energy and rising energy costs.

Both sides called it a compromise with $2.4 billion less in spending than Shapiro’s proposal, no new revenues and leaving the rainy day fund alone.

Kitchen, who became the second Black woman elected to the Pennsylvania state Senate, leaves behind a legacy of public service, mentorship and advocacy.

The honorees included former rapper Gillie Da King, former U.S. ambassador David L. Cohen and Comcast Spectacor CEO Daniel J. Hilferty.

Local leaders from across the country marched from Independence Mall to the Museum of the American Revolution, highlighting the role of cities in sustaining democracy.

Rep. Brendan Boyle hopes the event will serve as a rare bipartisan reflection on the nation's founding and Philadelphia's enduring place in American history.

Lawmakers passed dozens of bills, addressing property tax rates, gun dealer regulations, affordable housing and more.

Plaintiffs include three Philadelphia residents who fear being re-detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement at their next routine check-ins.

Most House Republicans did not vote on the bill, depriving it of the 28 votes needed for approval.