Politics

Philadelphia Plans $620M for 250th Anniversary Celebrations

City controller report says events could contribute $1.3 to $2.5 billion to local economy

Slavery Exhibits Reinstalled at President's House in Philadelphia

Displays about slavery at the historic site were restored nearly a month after they were removed by order of the Trump administration.

Philadelphia Budgets $120M for America 250 Festivities

City also investing $500M in airport upgrades ahead of expected visitor surge.

Quakertown Parents Demand Action After Police-Student Confrontation

Five students arrested during protest, sparking outrage from community

Activists Celebrate Return of Slavery Exhibit at President's House Site

Judge orders Trump administration to restore exhibit depicting lives of enslaved people at historic site in Philadelphia

Workers Restore Philadelphia's President's House Slavery Exhibit

The exhibit featuring nine former slaves owned by George Washington has been reinstalled after a court order.

Federal Judge Blocks DOJ Subpoena for Trans Minors' Medical Records

U.S. District Judge Cathy Bissoon rejects DOJ's demand for UPMC Children's Hospital records, citing privacy concerns and 'abject cruelty'

Trump Admin Restores Philadelphia Slavery Exhibit After Judge's Deadline

The National Park Service began reinstalling the panels that were removed from the memorial to enslaved Africans at the President's House in Philadelphia.

White Philadelphia Police Officers Sue City Over DEI Policies

Lawsuit alleges discrimination in promotions under city's diversity initiatives

Midwest Leaders Gather to Address Rising Water Costs

Advocates, policymakers, and researchers discuss solutions to make water more affordable for low-income households.

Rep. Boyle Calls for Federal Protections for Independence Mall and Other Historic Sites

Bill aims to safeguard Philadelphia landmarks like the President's House Site from political interference.

Boyle Bill Aims to Protect Philadelphia Historic Displays from Political Interference

The proposed 'Protecting American History Act' would require permanent display of slavery exhibits at the President's House and shield historical displays at Independence National Historic Park.

Illegal Immigrant Charged for Alleged Voting in Every Presidential Election Since 2008

Mauritanian man accused of voter fraud in Philadelphia dating back to 2008

Penn Community Offers Guidance as University Remains Silent on ICE

Students and organizations step up to support each other in the absence of detailed guidance from the University.

Quakertown Residents Demand Police Chief's Resignation After Student ICE Protesters Detained

Several juveniles were held for 4 days following a clash with police during an immigration protest outside a local deli.