$5M will help provide grants to first-time home buyers in Philly; Mayor Parker launches H.O.M.E. initiative

Mayor Cherelle Parker moved on her pledge to build tens of thousands of affordable housing units for city residents as Wells Fargo Bank gave a $5 million check returning its NeighborhoodLIFT program to Philadelphia and help first-time home buyers.

Mayor Parker playfully addresses botched Eagles chant: 'We don't promise perfection'

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is catching heat for fumbling the spelling of “Eagles" after she started the popular chant at a press conference over the weekend.

Mayor Cherelle Parker looks ahead to agenda of city improvements ahead of Trump's 2nd term

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is in her second year in office with an agenda to improve quality of life across the city. And, the new year is bringing change to the political landscape with Donald Trump assuming the role of president in two weeks.

Mayor Cherelle Parker looks ahead to city improvements in 2025
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As the country's political landscape is set to change, with Donald Trump about to be sworn in as president, Mayor Cherelle Parker looks ahead to her agenda of quality-of-life improvements for the city.

Mayor Cherelle Parker delivers first State of the City address
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Mayor Cherelle Parker delivered her first State of the City address, touting increased safety, due to a reduced number of gun violence episodes, clean and green initiatives and a pledge to continue the efforts.

State of the City: Mayor Parker reflects on first year in office, plans for future

Mayor Cherelle Parker delivered her first State of the City address at Temple University Friday touting her administration’s accomplishments on crime, clean and green initiatives and the Sixers arena.

Philadelphia schools to receive $17 million for much-needed face lifts

Out of the $175 million going to schools in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania due to grants, $17 million will help Philadelphia schools with its much-needed renovations including functioning bathrooms.

Mayor Cherelle Parker holds emotional town hall regarding Sixers arena

Mayor Cherelle Parker held a community 76ers arena town hall Tuesday night, taking her appeal and her support for the new arena to West Philadelphia, saying the new arena could revitalize the once bustling commercial corridor.

Sixers arena: Hearings for proposed 76 Place begin as opponents continue to speak out

Philadelphia City Council kicked off a series of hearings on the proposed Sixers arena, planned for Market East. Officials made a full-court press while opponents continue to speak out.

Hearings on Sixers proposed arena begin
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City Council began hearings on the proposed Sixers arena, while those opposed and for the arena crowd into City Council chambers, making their presence known.

Sixers arena: Hearings for proposed 76 Place to begin Tuesday

City council is gearing up to hold several public hearings regarding the proposed new Sixers arena beginning Tuesday.

Inside PA Conference for Women featuring Martha Stewart, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Dawn Staley

After Vice President Kamala Harris lost against Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, women are sharing their thoughts as they gather in Philadelphia for the Pennsylvania Conference for Women.

Mayor Parker details 76ers arena agreement in public meeting: 'I take full responsibility'

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker hosted a public meeting on Wednesday afternoon to discuss the details of the city's agreement with the 76ers to build a new arena in Center City. Here's everything you need to know.

City of Philadelphia, 76ers reach agreement on arena in Center City, Mayor Parker says

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has announced the city has reached an agreement with the Philadelphia 76ers to keep the team in Philadelphia and build an arena in Center City.