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N.J. prosecutors had Inquirer staffer’s notes during Norcross inquiry

The state attorney general obtained the documents during a case against the South Jersey power broker that was later dismissed.

July 4 concert change to be costly to taxpayers

Mayor Parker hired a different company — at a dramatically higher price tag — to produce the annual event than was used in previous years.

City Hall power couple are cashing in on DROP

Councilmember Curtis Jones Jr. and City Representative Jazelle Jones are set to collect a six-figure payout.

Philly sued by U.S. over ‘ICE Out’ mask ban

Bass stays a ward leader in power-sharing deal

Brady wins 11th term as Philly Democratic chair

The longtime party power broker was reelected without opposition in the office building that bears his name.

Schools deal puts Parker, Council on the clock

After reaching an agreement to stave off classroom job cuts, city leaders now have a year to work out the funding.

Council member facing scrutiny after ward race

Facing a rival in her bid to remain leader of the 22nd Ward, Cindy Bass declared herself the winner after a voice vote and swiftly adjourned the meeting.

Why Parker’s rideshare tax plan went nowhere

As opposition grew, the mayor stood by her $1-per-ride proposal. It never even came to a vote in Council.

Council advances $7.1B budget, rejects key Parker tax proposals

The mayor had pushed for added levies on firms like Uber and Airbnb to help fund schools. Lawmakers had other ideas.

Mayor Parker’s tax priorities falter

A proposal to increase the hotel tax would need approval in Harrisburg, where support is lacking.

Council taps the brakes on $200M for police HQ

The original deal on the building was for a long-term lease with a one-time purchase option.

Congressional hopeful Ala Stanford drops from debate at last minute

The physician said her campaign couldn't agree with WHYY on its format for a talk with Chris Rabb and Sharif Street.

Public funding fueled Stanford’s nonprofit

An Inquirer review of public records related to the Black Doctors Consortium found deficient recordkeeping and incomplete tax returns.

Council OKs tough limits on ICE activity

The legislation, with some of the most stringent restrictions in the nation, now goes to the mayor, who has largely kept a low profile on immigration issues.

How ‘Uber tax’ plan fits into district drama

In money chase, Rabb is outpacing his rivals

The candidates for Congress in Philly’s 3rd District filed their first-quarter campaign finance reports.

Parker endorses Street, a ‘reliable partner’

State Sen. Sharif Street has completed his near-sweep of endorsements from the city’s Democratic establishment.

Council advances bills to restrict ICE in Philly

As the legislation heads to a floor vote, the Parker administration indicated the mayor won’t try to impede its passage.