City council passed a bill requiring a 10-cent charge for paper bags, but it still has another hurdle to clear before ...

The legislation passed Thursday by a vote of 10-5 and now heads to Mayor Cherelle Parker's desk. The mayor has not indicated ...

Councilmember Mark Squilla said a 10-cent charge for paper bags would promote more sustainable practices like reusable bags.

Philadelphia City Council will consider a bill to require a 10-cent fee on paper bags. The proposal passed out of a ...

As the city of Philadelphia, I think we failed the young lady, right?” Council President Kenyatta Johnson said.

Remains were found on Oct. 18 in a shallow grave near an abandoned middle school. The remains were later identified as Kada ...

The Philadelphia City Council just passed a bill that paves the way for the city to move forward with its bike lane safety ...

Philadelphia City Council honored the life and legacy of pioneering reporter and editor Michael Days last week.

The latest version of the initial spending plan for Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s housing initiative includes $5 million more ...

The fee is meant to encourage Philadelphians to bring their own bags. Parker’s administration worries it could hurt low-income residents.

Philadelphia City Council held a public hearing to discuss concerns over safety issues with SEPTA's Silverliner IV trains.

"Victory in Philly" is the initiative of local basketball enthusiast, Mike Morak, to teach kids how to shoot for success.