Councilmember Jeffery “Jay” Young plans to appeal a decision by the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA), saying that it unlawfully granted a variance that would allow a Philadelphia Housing ...

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson says the city needs to find out ways to address gun violence after the mass shooting at Fairmount Park.

Philadelphia City Council is working to provide safe and accessible activities for children this summer, weeks after the deadly shooting at Fairmount Park.

Philadelphia workers union goes on strike; Mayor Parker says city is ready AFSCME District Council 33 has gone on strike after not being able to reach a deal with Philadelphia ahead of the July 1 ...

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson waved a phony handgun in front of Philly Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel during a discussion on police funding at City Hall on Tuesday.

Philadelphia City Council passes bill to protect workers who speak up for rights Employers face fines of $2,000 for each violation, such as retaliation for workers standing up for their rights, under ...

Philadelphia City Council voted 15-1 Thursday to pass a $6.82 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

May 15, 2025 Slain rapper LGP Qua's family, friends urge City Council to better address Philly's gun violence problem The young musician, who had recorded songs with will.i.am and French Montana ...

Philadelphia workers union goes on strike; mayor says city is ready AFSCME District Council 33 has gone on strike after not being able to reach a deal with Philadelphia ahead of the July 1 deadline.

Backyard chicken farmers are hopeful that City Council members will introduce a bill to legalize hens in Philadelphia soon. It would be the third time in six years.