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From crime to trash to the economy, there are thousands of reasons to feel bullish about Philadelphias future.

After so much Philadelphia politics-as-usual, the tide feels like it could be turning, thanks to a group of politicians, activists and advocates.

Penn community members include 2016 masters graduate Cherelle Parker, 1993 College graduate Helen Gym, and 2000 Wharton certificate-holder James DeLeon.

A mayoral forum on LGBT issues gave Philly's mayoral candidates a chance to speak directly to the city's Queer community.

In November, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives originally voted to impeach Krasner largely along party lines.

Mount Vernon News covers local news, sports, events and all things Knox County.

These are the political players thriving in the City of Brotherly Love.

Several contenders, including three former council members, have already announced runs for Philly’s mayoral race in November 2023. In early statements, they’ve all highlighted gun violence as a top issue.

The plan would increase spending to "reimagine policing in Philadelphia to ensure public safety." It would only exacerbate the problem.

Philadelphia City Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr. introduced the ordinance creating the Citizens Police Oversight Commission.