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The Lenfest Institute

Every Voice, Every Vote coalition launches two-year, $2.875 million grantmaking program to expand access to civic news and information in Philadelphia

Local news organizations and community groups are invited to apply for grant funding to enhance coverage of Philadelphia’s new administration and...
Interviewer Tata Cherise speaking into a mic next to two North Philly residents on the street
Technically Media

Why did North Philly shift toward Trump in 2024? ‘Social issues do not feed your family’

Several residents cited economic factors — including the COVID-era stimulus checks. Read more. Or watch the interview. Photo by Dean Myers for...
Democratic mayor-elect Cherelle Parker during her victory speech Tuesday night
Chalkbeat

Philadelphia mayoral election results: Cherelle Parker wins

Democrat Cherelle Parker will be Philadelphia’s 100th mayor and the first woman to hold the position. The Associated Press called the race for Parker...
Ben Nachum, owner of Patriot Pharmacy, in front of boarded up storefront
WHYY

This North Philly street has more than 50 small businesses, but zero banks in sight

For some small business owners in Philadelphia, public safety issues have changed the commercial corridor in the worst way. Read more. Photo: Kimberly...
Lakeisha King Smith, co-owner of Tru Site & Eric Holt Optical
WHYY

North Philly business owners say young Philadelphians aren’t ready for the workforce

Small business owners cite a lack of support for the city’s next generation of workers, with concerns over the public education system and scarce...