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Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, flanked by Superintendent Tony Watlington and Education Chief Debora Carrera, announces that 15 new schools will participate in the “extended day, extended year” school initiative at Philadelphia City Hall on Friday, June 27, 2025. (Carly Sitrin / Chalkbeat)
Chalkbeat

Philly mayor adds schools to extended-day initiative, says it’s year-round school ‘in my mind’

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker’s signature “extended day, extended year” school initiative is expanding to 15 new schools next year, even as it...
Aerial view of homes in Philadelphia
Green Philly

Mayor Parker’s $2 Billion H.O.M.E. plan to tackle housing & climate change

Philadelphia is facing two challenges: the need to increase affordable housing and mitigate the effects of climate change, which include increased...
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The Lenfest Institute

Meet the Philly social media influencers making civic content resonate

Every Voice, Every Vote partners with a cohort of Philadelphia-based social media ambassadors to share civic content. From left: Nyia Moore, Mejire...
Two people and a bike on grass, Philadelphia cityscape in background (Associated Press)
The Trace

Can a Greener Philly Reduce Crime?

In a bid to improve public safety, quality of life initiatives are bringing brighter lights and more green spaces to Philadelphia. Read more.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker at City Hall, with City Council president Kenyatta Johnson in her background
Green Philly

Is Mayor Parker keeping her promise to “Clean & Green” Philly? Here are key takeaways from local residents.

Philadelphians from eight community focus groups love trash pickup & more trees, but want more trash cans, new parks and greening programs expanded...