Rue Landau ready for historic run as first LGBTQ+ member of City Council

Rue Landau's historic victory came down during last month’s primary. Wednesday evening, with supporters, she says the fight for a seat at the table is an ongoing battle and one she says she’s ready to take on.

Rue Landau ready as first LGBTQ+ member of City Council
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Rue Landau's historic victory came down during last month’s primary. Wednesday evening, with supporters, she says the fight for a seat at the table is an ongoing battle and one she says she’s ready to take on.

Philadelphia City Councilmember introduces legislation banning ski masks citywide: 'Residents want a ban'

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Philadelphia imposes 10 p.m. summer curfew for kids under 18

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SEPTA safety takes center stage at Philadelphia City Council budget meeting

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Opening statements made in bribery trial of Philadelphia City Councilman Kenyatta Johnson, wife

The federal government opened its bribery trial against Philadelphia City Councilman Kenyatta Johnson and his wife Dawn Chavous by accusing the pair of selling Johnson’s office for personal gain.