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From standout political and cultural moments, to off-the-wall antics that could only happen in Philly, we’re talking about the top local news stories of the year.

The full City Council body is expected to take a second and final vote on the bills on Dec. 19.

We put a spotlight on a few of the people in the Philadelphia area who have found a way to thrive against the odds. We also hear from listeners about finding inner peace.

Lawnside residents shared their concerns and discussed how they can respond to protect members of the historic Black borough from racist attacks.

“Bringing people together through arts and cultural practices is as old as humanity,” organizer Jennifer Turnbull said.

Bucks County voters can now request mail ballots and access on-demand mail voting at the county’s three voter services offices until close of business Friday.

An attorney representing Munroe has sent Dan McPhillips and the Republican Party of Pennsylvania letters requesting retraction of all relevant ads.

Dan McPhillips is challenging Democratic incumbent state Rep. Brian Munroe in a face-off that could determine which party controls the state House.

The company has agreed to create a nonprofit to distribute at least $100,000 a year for community initiatives.

From classrooms to communities: Rodney McLeod's mentorship program inspires growth and success in Philadelphia’s youth.

Members of POWER Interfaith raised a number of concerns with the deal that would keep the Sixers in the city until 2061.

City sanitation crews have already collected tons worth of household items too big to put in the regular trash.

Vivian Chang works on a street where Phillies stadium plans crumbled in the 2000s. Debbie Law's family moved its store when rent tripled after the 76ers' plans were announced.

Families for Ceasefire Philly organized the vigil in front of the LOVE statue, where mourners hung a sign with the words “Gaza."

The agreement, which would keep the Sixers in Philly until at least 2061, was announced Wednesday during a hastily called news conference.