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Philadelphia City Councilmember At-Large Rue Landau speaks at City Hall on June 6, 2024. (Photo: Lauren Rowello)
Philadelphia Gay News

Rue Landau introduces resolution to safeguard marginalized groups in Philadelphia

A Philadelphia city councilmember introduced a resolution on Nov. 21 to reinforce protections for marginalized communities amid potential policy...
SEPTA train car stopped at an underground station
Green Philly

Zero Fare pilot delivered 4.3 million free rides in its first year

Zero Fare’s success highlights the importance of free public transit for underserved communities. Read more. Cover photo by Chris Henry on Unsplash
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The Philadelphia Hall Monitor

SEPTA Service Cuts and Rate Hike Looming

SEPTA is proposing the largest fare hike in its history. If passed by the SEPTA board, fares will increase by 45%. SEPTA also projected it will cut...
Condom giveaway
Philadelphia Gay News

Philly on track to give away 1 million free condoms by end of year

Two public health initiatives have provided over 800,000 free condoms to Philadelphians this year. Organizers hope to give out one million. Read more...
A bright colored mural of children on the side of row homes in Kensington, Philadelphia
The Trace

Facing Another Trump Presidency, Philadelphia Vows to Maintain Momentum Against Gun Violence

City leaders who worked closely with the Biden administration are optimistic they can make further progress in reducing shootings after Trump takes...