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Grid Magazine

What have Mayor Parker’s signature “clean” initiatives achieved thus far?

At her inauguration on January 2, 2024, Cherelle Parker said, “We will make Philadelphia the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.”...
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Grid Magazine

Philly’s progress toward its carbon-neutrality goals is difficult to gauge

Mayor Cherelle Parker leads Philadelphia at a key point in the fight against climate change. Read more. Photo courtesy of Grid Magazine.
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The Trace

Philly’s Police Watchdog Board Hasn’t Conducted Any Investigations. Its Head Blames the Union.

Philadelphia’s police department has a troubled history with the use of force, especially in the Black community. Read more.
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Green Philly

Staying clear-eyed: How climate groups are continuing their work despite a new federal administration

Green Philly spoke with four local climate and sustainability organizations about how they are preparing for forecasted changes to climate support...
The exterior of the Philadelphia Police Department's 24th District on Whitaker Avenue on Jan. 30, 2025.
Kensington Voice

Six more arrested through Kensington “wellness court,” judge issues warrants for two who left treatment

The city’s new Kensington “wellness court” has led to nine arrests since its launch last week, but questions about its effectiveness remain as two...