A planned 1,300‑unit development at 700 Packer Ave has stalled after Hines withdrew and City Council moved to roll back the zoning that enabled the plan.

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker is set to unveil the H.O.M.E. Initiative to promote affordable housing and job creation, focusing on manufacturing. The announcement is planned for today at 2:00 p.m. at 4600 N. Warnock Street.

Philadelphia officials, including Mayor Parker, launched an $8.6 million renovation of Happy Hollow Playground, the city's oldest rec center, to modernize and preserve its historic character.

Philadelphia's Department of Records is highlighted for ensuring real estate transaction fees fund city services and programs aiding families and individuals.

Philadelphia hosts Integrity Week from Nov 17-21 to promote ethical conduct among city employees and officers, featuring events on compliance, honoring Integrity Officers, AI ethics, and more.

Philadelphia launched supportive housing at 2112 Ridge Avenue for young adults leaving foster care or facing housing insecurity, aiming to provide stability and support.

Philadelphia officials, including the mayor and police commissioner, develop a new five-year public safety plan focusing on youth gun violence and community feedback.

The City of Philadelphia is hosting the Philly Access: Business Funding Summit on October 8-9, 2025, to help local businesses learn about financing options.

The Department of Revenue's annual Accounts Review Panel, discussing delinquent debts, will be virtual on September 24, allowing public attendance online.

OIC of Philadelphia prepares for their annual Alumni & Community Block Party, celebrating student achievements with Mayor Cherelle L. Parker attending.

PennDOT prepares for barrier installation in South Philadelphia as part of a $37.4 million bridge repair project on I-95 North, with temporary lane closures expected during construction.

Philadelphia will end the $100,000 BIRT exemption in 2025, reclassifying affected businesses as "new," which eases their first-year tax payment process. Future budgets include support for business growth through grants and other resources.

Philadelphia business owners receive new guidelines to ease into the Business Income & Receipts Tax payments, with relief and flexibility for those newly subjected due to exemption threshold changes.