Philadelphia City Council holds first hearing on Mayor Cherelle Parker's proposed budget
Parker's proposed budget includes a $1 per ride tax on ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft.
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Parker's proposed budget includes a $1 per ride tax on ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft.
Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to increase her proposed tax on ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft to $1 per ride to help address the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to add a $1-per-ride tax on ride-hailing services to help fund the Philadelphia School District.
Mayor Cherelle Parker wants to increase her proposed tax on ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft to $1 per ride to help address the School District of Philadelphia's $300 million budget deficit.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
Mayor Cherelle Parker pitched her $6.97 billion budget to city council on Thursday, saying it includes new taxes on ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft that will help generate more than $9 million in revenue for the School District of Philadelphia.
Taxes on services like Uber and an increase to the hotel tax could take effect if Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget passes. She pitched her budget to City Council in a meeting on Thursday.
Taxes on services like Uber and an increase to the hotel tax could take effect if Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget passes. She pitched her budget to City Council in a meeting on Thursday.
Mayor Cherelle Parker's administration says the money will be used to restore the golf course and create 25 acres of wetlands and plant more than 49,000 trees.
Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city leaders were on hand to welcome nearly 30 new EMTs and paramedics to the Philadelphia Fire Department Monday night.
The Philadelphia Housing Authority is redeveloping the site of the former West Park Apartments to bring housing, retail and green space to the area.
Philadelphia launched a real-time air quality monitoring system that allows anyone to check the level of air pollution in their neighborhood at any time.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said she's proud of the city's history after a judge ruled the Trump administration and the National Park Service must restore a slavery exhibit to the President's House Site in Old City.
Philadelphia is expanding its efforts to clear snow off the city's streets and walkways. Some in Northeast Philadelphia say the wait has been frustrating.
The slavery exhibits were removed from the President's House in Philadelphia under a directive from the Trump administration last month.
Eight days after a strong snowstorm, getting around Philadelphia is still a hassle.
City leaders on Monday said they've made good progress in cleaning up after the storm, but acknowledged a lot more work needs to be done.
Community members in Northeast Philadelphia will join local leaders for a memorial Saturday.
Philadelphia City Council took a step in restricting federal agents in the city with the introduction of the so-called "ICE OUT" legislation.
The fight to restore a slavery exhibit in Philadelphia is ramping up after it was dismantled last week.
A few dozen people braved the bitter cold Wednesday afternoon to show their opposition to the removal of a slavery exhibit at Independence National Historical Park.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro took legal action to support Philadelphia's lawsuit against the Trump administration after slavery exhibits in Old City were removed.
Last week, National Park Service workers removed the slavery exhibits in Old City because of President Trump's executive order called "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History."
The great dig-out began Monday after a winter storm dumped over 9 inches of snow in Philadelphia, but the city's snow emergency will continue until further notice, Mayor Cherelle Parker said Monday. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
Thousands of people around the Philadelphia region honored the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monday.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
Sunday is off to a nice start in the Philadelphia region, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking heat and storms this week.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Two men were hospitalized after being shot on West Westmoreland Street in Philadelphia, police say.
Nelson Contreras-Gelves' wife and employer are fighting to get him released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a law Friday making cocktails to-go permanent.
Seven New Jersey college students had to find a new place to live after heavy rain flooded their home near Rowan University this week.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Pinch hitter Edmundo Sosa hit his first career grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Phillies roared back for a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Tanner McKee struggled in the competition with Andy Dalton to back up Jalen Hurts as the Eagles lost to the Bengals, 30-13, in the preseason finale.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for August 28, 2026.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Hosts Nicole Michalik and Patty Jackson react after country music icon Dolly Parton dies at age 80.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
If your pet is a scaredy cat, you can help him develop into a confident cat. Animal advocate Carol Erickson shares expert-backed tips to help.
Two people died and nine others were wounded in a shooting on Locust Street early Sunday morning in Trenton, New Jersey, police say.
Sunday starts nice and dry for the Philadelphia area, but scattered showers are possible later in the day and throughout the week. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.
After a 10-year hiatus, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic is underway, bringing fans and cyclists from around the world to the city. Reporter Ray Strickland was live along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and talked to a local cyclist about what the race means to her.
Andrew Kozak is tracking some storms for the Philadelphia region on Sunday and next week. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.