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Philadelphia City Council resolution honors domestic worker advocate Mercedes Reyes
Philadelphia City Council approved a resolution Thursday honoring Mercedes Reyes for her advocacy and contributions to domestic workers’ rights.
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Michael Decker – Philly City Council ‘cornerstone' – dies unexpectedly, council president says
Philadelphia City Council is mourning the sudden death of the chamber’s longtime chief clerk, Michael Decker.
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Longtime Philadelphia City Council Chief Clerk Michael Decker dies
Michael Decker, the longtime chief clerk of Philadelphia City Council, died suddenly this week.
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Philadelphia City Council approves new 15-cent fee for paper bags at stores
Philadelphia City Council approved a new 15-cent for all customers who need a paper bag in stores.
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15-cent fee for paper bags approved by Philadelphia City Council
Shoppers in Philly who rely on paper bags would need to start paying up per bag under a new policy approved by Philadelphia City Council.
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Philadelphia City Council looking for people to join Reparations Task Force
City Council announced on Friday the new details for the structure of the new Reparations Task Force and is inviting members of the Black community to join.
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Taking steps towards reparations for “Black Philadelphian descendants of enslaved Africans”
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.
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City Council overturns mayor's veto on safe injection site ban
In a meeting Thursday, Philadelphia City Council voted to ban the development of safe injection sites throughout most of the city, undoing the mayor’s veto.
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A Look at Contested Philadelphia City Council Races
NBC10’s Matt DeLucia is at the big board with a look at the races for both the Republican and Democratic at-large City Council races and contested council districts in Philadelphia.
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Rally Against Automatic Sprinkler Sytems for Apartments
Condo and apartment owners rallied in Philadelphia on Thursday to oppose a bill that require an automatic sprinkler system be installed at residential high-rise buildings that could cost $20,000 to $50,000 to install and displace residents.
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Locals Concerned About Proposed Sprinkler Bill That Could Raise Rent and Cost Thousands
Apartment residents and owners gathered at City Hall on Thursday in opposition of a bill that could cost apartment buildings thousands, raise rent and displace residents.
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Ex-Philly City Council Member to Learn Fate in Federal Corruption Case
NBC10’s Matt DeLucia reports on the punishment that former Philadelphia city councilman Bobby Henon could face as he is expected to be sentenced in federal court Wednesday.
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City Council Passes Law Cracking Down on Catalytic Converter Thefts in Philly
Philadelphia City Council has found what it thinks could be a solution to limiting catalytic converter thefts that have left people unable to drive their vehicles.
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Helen Gym Steps Down From Philadelphia City Council
Amid speculation she may run for mayor in 2023, Philadelphia Councilmember At-Large Helen Gym resigned from Council Tuesday.
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‘Incredible Honor': Helen Gym Resigns From Philadelphia City Council
Helen Gym announced she’s stepping down from Philadelphia City Council on Tuesday, stating her six years serving as an at-large member have been “an incredible honor.”
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New Philadelphia City Council Members Take Their Seats
Four new faces took their seat as Philadelphia City Council members on Monday after being elected earlier this month. NBC10 political reporter Lauren Mayk gives us an inside look on what residents can expect from these new city leaders.
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4 New Members Take Seats on Philadelphia City Council
Philadelphia got four new city councilmembers Monday as Jim Harrity, Sharon Vaughn, Quetcy Lozada and Anthony Phillips were sworn in.
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4 New Philadelphia City Councilmembers to Be Sworn in
NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle reports on the planned swearing in of four new members of Philadelphia City Council who are taking the seats of ex-councilmembers who left office to run for mayor.
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Grocery Store Magnate Jeff Brown Announces Run for Philly Mayor
Grocery store magnate Jeff Brown announced his run for mayor of Philadelphia on Wednesday, joining a crowded group of Democratic candidates vying for the city’s top job.
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Philly Councilman Kenyatta Johnson Reacts After Being Acquitted in Federal Corruption Trial
Philadelphia councilman Kenyatta Johnson and his wife Dawn Chavous were both found not guilty of all charges in their federal corruption trial. Johnson later reacted to the verdict. NBC10’s Claudia Vargas has the story.