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Philadelphia Gay News

Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs seeks new leader as Celena Morrison-McLean departs

As of Nov. 21, Celena Morrison-McLean — who previously served as executive director of the city’s Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs — is no longer employed by...
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Philadelphia Gay News

Community activists push for police oversight powers

Community activists are urging city officials to ensure the city’s Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) has the ability to independently...
People cheering in stands at a Trump rally
Democrats performed worse in 649 of the 688 majority-Black precincts in Philadelphia while Trump grew his share of votes in 635 majority-Black...
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Philadelphia Gay News

Mazzoni Center’s dire financial situation

Mazzoni Center could face possible bankruptcy and reorganization, according to lawyers PGN spoke to who are familiar with the local LGBTQ+ nonprofit...
Philadelphia City Councilmember At-Large Rue Landau speaks at City Hall on June 6, 2024. (Photo: Lauren Rowello)
A Philadelphia city councilmember introduced a resolution on Nov. 21 to reinforce protections for marginalized communities amid potential policy...