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A newly-created initiative in Philadelphia, known as “Black Business Friday” is kicks off today to influence shoppers to buy from Black-owned businesses in the area ahead of the holidays. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk shares a closer look at some stores in the spotlight.

Embattled U.S. Congressman George Santos is facing a possible expulsion after a scathing ethics report. The House of Representatives is debating whether to kick Santos out of Congress. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has the latest and spoke with a local congresswoman who helped put the ethics report together on Santos.

Pennsylvania officials are looking to ‘cut down on confusion’ with a redesign of mail-in ballots ahead of the 2024 election. This is an attempt to prevent problems that get certain ballots thrown out. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk highlights what to expect with the redesign.

This holiday shopping season is really busy for the couriers who get those packages to your front door. The postal service has been hiring for months in preparation for the influx of packages that have already begun. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk spoke with the postal service and caught up with shoppers in Fairmount on Cyber Monday.

In the latest episode of Battleground Politics, Lauren Mayk spoke with City Commissioner Seth Bluestein – one of the only elected Republicans left in Philly city government – about his party’s dwindling presence in City Hall, the future of the GOP and how he’s preparing for another presidential election year.

The City of Brotherly Love has set up a new task force that studies reparations designated for Black Philadelphian descendants of formerly enslaved Africans in the United States. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk analyzes the next steps taking place both locally and nationally.

In the latest episode of Battleground Politics, Lauren Mayk spoke with City Commissioner Seth Bluestein – one of the only elected Republicans left in Philly city government – about his party’s dwindling presence in City Hall, the future of the GOP and how he’s preparing for another presidential election year.

Fentanyl has been deadly in the Philadelphia region. Now, an international deal aims to curb the flow of drugs onto our streets. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has more from a White House official about what this means for our area.

New Jersey First Lady Tammy Murphy announced she will be running for Senate. She now enters the Democratic primary for the seat held by indicted Senator Bob Menendez. NBC10’s Political reporter Lauren Mayk has the details on how this race is shaping up.

Thousands are marching for Israel in Washington D.C., many from our local area, calling for the release of hostages and an end to antisemitic attacks. The rally included appearances by lawmakers, celebrities and people from around the world. NBC10 ‘s Lauren Mayk has more from the rally.

Tens of thousands of people are expected in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday to march for Israel. Buses are set to leave bright and early from the Delaware Valley. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk spoke with one of the trip organizers.

As 2024 nears, a decision by West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin not to run for reelection “makes it tougher” for Democrats to hold onto control of the Senate, Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey said Friday. He had more comments on Manchin in an interview with NBC10’s Lauren Mayk.

There is a renewed push to stop fentanyl in the city of Philadelphia. Now, a senator is working with legislators to target the supply chain. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has more on that and the impact the drug has on our community.

Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker spoke for the first time since her election night speech in the mayor’s reception room where she detailed the transition process and what she’s doing to prepare for her new role. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has what changes the city’s next mayor has in store.

Democrat Cherelle Parker beat Republican David Oh to become Philadelphia’s 100th mayor. Parker wasted no time getting straight to business following the election. She is sending her first message as mayor-elect, saying her team is already working so she is ready to take office. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk spoke with current Mayor Kenney about his feelings on leaving office.

Cherelle Parker will be Philadelphia’s 100th mayor after defeating David Oh. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk reports.

Cherelle Parker would be the first woman to serve as the mayor of Philadelphia. As she headed to the polls Tuesday she recalled her upbringing and what got her to this point. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has more on what she had to say.

Philadelphia voters could make history in a number of ways this coming election day. From the make-up of city council to the potential for Philadelphia to elect its first woman as mayor. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk explains how officials are preparing to make sure all votes are protected at the polls.

Election Day is just four days away. Officials are reporting that crucial information is missing from some early ballots. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk has some important information for viewers to make sure their ballot gets counted.

A third party is looking to win the city’s at-large council seats. It’s up to voters to decide and the results could change the dynamics in City Hall. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk explains.