To demean Ms. Wolf and defend Mr. Trump, is to give sovereignty to hypocrisy.
Why Two Black Men Were Arrested at a Philadelphia Starbucks
The two black men were told they were trespassing at a Center City Philadelphia Starbucks because they weren’t paying customers.
The two black men were told they were trespassing at a Center City Philadelphia Starbucks because they weren’t paying customers.
Philadelphia’s Segregated Anti-Gun Violence Rallies
On Friday and Saturday, communities in Philly convened to denounce gun violence. The scenes, audience and messaging were largely unalike.
On Friday and Saturday, communities in Philly convened to denounce gun violence. The scenes, audience and messaging were largely unalike.
City Council President Talks Challenges with Philly Policing
Mr. Darrell Clarke on arbitration, the ever-evolving Police Advisory Commission and moving community meetings out of police stations.
Mr. Darrell Clarke on arbitration, the ever-evolving Police Advisory Commission and moving community meetings out of police stations.
New Jobs at Police Advisory Commission Aren’t What You’d Expect
There has been a debate occurring in the city for quite some time on whether or not it’s appropriate to have an independent agency that investigates both police complaints and officer-involved shootings.
There has been a debate occurring in the city for quite some time on whether or not it’s appropriate to have an independent agency that investigates both police complaints and officer-involved shootings.
Philadelphia Mayor Should Prioritize Homicide Detectives When Staffing up PPD
In his third budget address, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney proposed $100 million over five years to hire more police officers.
In his third budget address, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney proposed $100 million over five years to hire more police officers.
Philly DA Orders ADAs to Cease Prosecuting Marijuana Possession
Progressive Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announces further steps to de-criminalize marijuana.
Progressive Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announces further steps to de-criminalize marijuana.
Dennis Edwards was Among the Most Compelling Public Figures in 1968
Mr. Edwards’ death puts into spotlight the dynamic role he played in arguably the most historic year in American history.
Mr. Edwards’ death puts into spotlight the dynamic role he played in arguably the most historic year in American history.
Arbitration Hearing Set for Former Cop Who Killed David Jones
Former Philly cop Ryan Pownall, who shot and killed Mr. David Jones as he ran away on June 8th, is scheduled for a May 16th arbitration hearing.
Former Philly cop Ryan Pownall, who shot and killed Mr. David Jones as he ran away on June 8th, is scheduled for a May 16th arbitration hearing.
Philly Council Pres. Says Safe Injection Site Sends Mixed Signals
Philadelphia City Council members have questions about Mayor’s plan for supervised injection sites.
Philadelphia City Council members have questions about Mayor’s plan for supervised injection sites.
Talks are Underway to Bring WWE’s WrestleMania to Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s Mayor would love to host WWE’s flagship event.
Philadelphia’s Mayor would love to host WWE’s flagship event.
Philadelphia Mayor’s Promise on Stop-and-Frisk Not Yet Fulfilled
The promise to end stop-and-frisk was about the quality, not quantity. Given 69 percent of those stopped in 2017 were Black, the promise is unfulfilled.
The promise to end stop-and-frisk was about the quality, not quantity. Given 69 percent of those stopped in 2017 were Black, the promise is unfulfilled.
Larry Krasner is Correct to Recruit Ron Castille
Mr. Krasner wants to include in his transition team the expertise of a polar opposite who has occupied the office that he’ll soon work from.
Mr. Krasner wants to include in his transition team the expertise of a polar opposite who has occupied the office that he’ll soon work from.
Safety Glass in Philly’s Stop-and-Go Shops Sends Damning Message
Bulletproof glass in corner stores sends the message that not only isn’t there like for, or trust of, the customers, but there is, in its place, fear.
Bulletproof glass in corner stores sends the message that not only isn’t there like for, or trust of, the customers, but there is, in its place, fear.
Can a Justice Movement Starring Only Meek Mill Succeed?
It appears the movement is successful only when Meek Mill is freed, not when policies which damage communities, like cash bail, are reversed.
It appears the movement is successful only when Meek Mill is freed, not when policies which damage communities, like cash bail, are reversed.
The Case for Colin Kaepernick as TIME’s Person of the Year
Mr. Kaepernick inspired millions, amplified a conversation on race, policing and free speech, and helped nudged the NFL away from its apolitical stance.
Mr. Kaepernick inspired millions, amplified a conversation on race, policing and free speech, and helped nudged the NFL away from its apolitical stance.