Shania Bennett challenges former boss in Philadelphia mayoral race
Shania Bennett, who previously worked for Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, says her campaign will focus on quality of life issues.
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Shania Bennett, who previously worked for Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, says her campaign will focus on quality of life issues.
Philadelphia mayoral candidate Shania Bennett — who is challenging her former boss, Mayor Cherelle Parker, for the position — says she wants to focus on quality of life issues in her campaign. Bennett talked to reporter Dan Snyder about her priorities.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said officer Shane Seiber was killed in a shooting Saturday morning in West Philly. Parker said she wants to see more legislation related to mental health.
Mayor Cherelle Parker announced weeklong events leading up to the return and expansion of the HBCU Classic in South Philadelphia at a press conference on Tuesday afternoon.
HBCU football is set to return to South Philadelphia in late October with an expanded slate of games at Lincoln Financial Field.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, police and fire officials on Friday joined a 9/11 remembrance procession in Old City. CBS News Philadelphia anchor Siafa Lewis reports.
A former member of Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration plans to run against her former boss next year.
Mayor Cherelle Parker was also in attendance at Community Appreciation Day in Point Breeze.
Members of the LGBTQ+ community are demanding answers after the Philadelphia Police Department's response to Pride celebrations in the Gayborhood sparked backlash.
The annual community-building campaign promotes police partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.
Managing director Adam Thiel is stepping down from Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration.
Adam Thiel is stepping down as Philadelphia's managing director, Mayor Cherelle Parker announced Tuesday. Carlton Williams, director of Clean and Green Initiatives for the city, will take over in August.
Saturday's storms in Philadelphia knocked down power lines, trees, damaged property and flooded streets.
Residents in Philadelphia and the Pennsylvania suburbs are cleaning up after strong storms, including four microbursts, caused significant damage around the region Saturday afternoon.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker signed a disaster emergency declaration after severe storms and four microbursts caused significant damage around the city on Saturday.
Parker said Ukee Washington has played a significant role in telling the story of Philadelphia for 40 years.
Mayor Cherelle Parker honored Philly natives including Colman Domingo and Gillie Da King during a July Fourth ceremony.
With a proud Mayor Parker looking on, Colman Domingo spoke at the National Constitution Center for the city's signature "Celebration of Freedom" event, Ray Strickland reports.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker presented the tickets to the children at Hunting Park Recreation Center on Tuesday morning.
Philadelphia is ready for summer and is opening its first public pool of the season.
Philadelphia City Council gave final approval to the city's operating budget for fiscal year 2027, one week after rejecting a rideshare tax proposed by Mayor Parker.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker on Thursday signed a $7.1 billion operating budget for the next fiscal year. It comes after weeks of negotiations between the mayor and City Council, which pushed back on several proposals.
Philadelphia leaders say they've found a way to fund the school district and protect jobs.
More than 300 school-based positions in the School District of Philadelphia are being preserved after the city committed $48 million to the district.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city leaders on Wednesday said they have a plan to protect 340 school-based jobs in the district for five years.
