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City Council Approves $4.9 Billion Budget
Philadelphia’s City Council gave preliminary approval Wednesday to reduce police funding by $14 million and re-investing in the arts, anti-poverty and affordable housing. View More »
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Temple’s Community Center Proposal Draws Community Opposition
At City Council’s public hearing Monday, many North Philadelphia residents testified against the proposal for a new community center. View More »
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Habitat Breaks Ground for New Affordable Housing Project
Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia (HFHP) broke ground near campus last week for Diamond Park, the organization’s largest project to date. View More »
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Cigarette Tax Affects Philadelphia
When City Council introduced Cigarette Tax Legislation more than one year ago, some smokers on campus began to worry about what it would mean for them. View More »
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Philadelphia’s City Council At-Large Election Results
Five Democrats and two Republican candidates have been elected to At-Large seats on the Philadelphia City Council. View More »
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#NextMayorPHL: The Importance of Voting
In Philadelphia, locals share their opinions on why voting in Pennsylvania elections matters.
To many, voting represents basic human rights. View More »