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Mark your calendars to hit the polls on May 20 for this year's primary election. But first, get to know the candidates running to lead Philadelphia. ow.ly/VR0y50VQof5

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Philly’s Black-owned businesses are examples of resilience, lifting up and serving their communities . Here are some of our favorite do-good shops, services, and restaurants that make our city stronger. ow.ly/SVRq50VQoim

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Want to fight food insecurity in Philly? Take inspiration from sisters Sonia and Sonam Parikh, who opened a community fridge in West Philly to honor their late father. Fresh food, mutual aid, and community love—free and open to all. ow.ly/vHv350VQohP

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Your next takeout order could support a great cause. Check out these Philly restaurants that deliver with tasty eats and community engagement. ow.ly/GUZP50VQocE

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There are so many awesome organizations in Philly doing the work that matters to support the City's LGBTQ+ community. Whether it's serving LGBTQ+ youth or fighting homelessness, find out ways you can help. ow.ly/mgks50VQoaM

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There's so much going on in Philly this weekend. From guided hiking to VinylCon, Franklin Square Playday, the Art Star Craft Bazaar, and more, you won't run out of things to do. ow.ly/BoUh50VQo99

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Still looking for that perfect last-minute Mother's Day gift? Check out these ideas that will show your mom how much you care —all while supporting local female founders, creators, entrepreneurs, and activists. ow.ly/X40450VQohC

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When hate, violence, and fear dominate the headlines, Philly needs more than slogans. It’s time for Mayor Parker to turn “One City” into real unity. ow.ly/afR350VQnYX

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Meet Rorng Sorn: a Cambodian refugee, community builder, and one of Philly’s 2025 Integrity Icons. As the city’s Language Access Coordinator, she’s breaking stigma and language barriers to bring mental health care to immigrant communities. ow.ly/qEY750VQnY9

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Public transit cuts aren’t just an inconvenience — they’re a $19.9B threat to our region’s economy. Funding SEPTA means protecting jobs, housing, and the value of where we live. Let’s invest in smarter growth. ow.ly/EYcA50VQnY0

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Confused by the headlines? The Citizen’s weekly roundup is here to cut through the chaos with essential reads on Trump, democracy, food safety, and even America’s first Pope. ow.ly/JBgQ50VQnXI

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Today in @thephilacitizen.bsky.social, I look at how DOGE’s recent cuts to AmeriCorps funding have impacted a crucial organization called PHENND. This little engine that could has been derailed in the name of reducing waste and fraud—is this really what “government efficiency” looks like?

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Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s latest film, isn’t just a movie. It’s a haunting, beautiful story of Black survival, grace, and music. For Black Philadelphians and beyond, it's essential viewing. ow.ly/OvNs50VPl4I

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When crisis hits, Principal Omar Crowder shows up for his students. From shootings to plane crashes, he’s led Philly’s largest and most diverse high school through trauma — and toward academic excellence. This year, he’s a 2025 Integrity Icon. ow.ly/u9W550VPkOv

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PHENND, a higher ed network that supports low-income students and builds partnerships across Philly colleges, is facing massive funding cuts. Is pulling support for initiatives like these really promoting "efficiency"? ow.ly/YnWp50VPkEY

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This week, The Philadelphia Citizen hosted a screening of Philly on Fire — a powerful documentary on the MOVE bombing. 40 years later, we gathered to remember, reflect, and confront the truth that Philadelphia still lives with. ow.ly/rsqu50VPkuq

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Chuck Stone didn’t just write Philly’s story — he helped shape it. As the Daily News’ first Black columnist, he defused hostage crises, protected lives, and earned a posthumous Pulitzer for a lifetime of transformational work. ow.ly/CWqy50VPkn0

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Give, get, connect—for free. Philly’s Buy Nothing groups are reimagining what community and sustainability looks like, one shared coffee mug or bike at a time. ow.ly/SYub50VOsHl

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Hope isn’t just a feeling—it’s a skill. Through Cultiv8 Hope, Philly teens are learning to tell their stories, build resilience, and believe in brighter futures. ow.ly/hxGb50VOqXI

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Charlene Samuels, constituent services representative, is a 2025 Integrity Icon for a reason: she fights daily to keep Philly families housed and hold landlords accountable. ow.ly/En2y50VOqTs

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Immigrants shape Philly—and still do. The Philadelphians, a new video mural in LOVE Park, honors generations of immigrant stories. See it now through June 8. ow.ly/NVoh50VOqK0

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What would Eisenhower do in today’s chaos? Probably rally thinkers, doers, and dessert lovers alike to define bold goals for America. ow.ly/NiFV50VNLUP

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How are you using your money to help Philly? Join the Total Impact Summit on May 14 and 15 to learn how investing locally can drive equity and lasting change. ow.ly/zh7C50VNLAI

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Integrity Icon Yu-Shan Chou is breaking barriers and building bridges — one translated ballot at a time. Her work ensures Philly’s immigrant communities are heard, informed, and empowered. ow.ly/GpOM50VNLmy

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A stronger Philly starts with a stable home. Expanding access to affordable homeownership — especially in underserved communities — is key to closing wealth gaps and building generational stability. ow.ly/a4Xu50VNLcs

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Meet one of this year’s Integrity Icons: As a violence interrupter and mentor, Nathan Sallard has helped countless Philadelphians find jobs, healing, and hope. ow.ly/ai5j50VN36b

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Happy Cinco de Mayo, Philly! From rooftop movies to guided hikes, car shows, photo exhibits, and art fundraisers, your week is packed with ways to celebrate spring. ow.ly/z8mT50VN2XM

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What if the fear of messing up is the very thing holding us back? In Uncovering Your Path, Penn Chaplain Charles Howard shares a heartfelt lesson from the basketball court: win or lose, we’re still worthy of love. ow.ly/OwWa50VN2OG

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A toddler’s cry — “Save my tree!” — became a symbol of a citywide struggle. As Philly aims to grow its tree canopy, residents ask: Why are beloved trees still being cut down? ow.ly/eKtZ50VN2Jm

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Want something that's great for you — and the planet? Check out these local eco-friendly shops, which are making it easier for their customers to live more sustainably. ow.ly/sTfR50VMuuZ

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Want a safer, more vibrant Philly? Start with plants. Greening our city isn’t a luxury — it’s essential for the health of our communities. ow.ly/zKVS50VMush

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Feeding America calculated that one in four Philly children were food insecure in 2019. Whether it's donating peanut butter or organizing a food drive, find out ways you can step up to help. ow.ly/twzK50VMupN

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Democracy won’t defend itself — we have to do that. In a divided America, most voters agree: our system is in danger. Want to protect it? That means checking facts, voting smart, supporting local news, teaching civics, and holding leaders accountable. ow.ly/V6Ok50VMul2

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You can be a good citizen any day of the year, and The Citizen's making it easier to find out how. Check out our Good Citizen calendar, which has dozens of opportunities to engage with your city in 2025. ow.ly/IWGQ50VMuhp

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Whether you're looking for sci-fi, romance, drama, or mystery, these indie bookstores have got you covered. Check out this list of independent bookstores to find your next great read. ow.ly/Eftq50VMucT

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The City's got something for everyone. The CONFLUENCE art exhibit opening, Fishtown Music & Arts Fest, Broad Street Run, Kendrick Lamar, and so much more are coming to Philly this weekend. ow.ly/sMmc50VMuaG

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Keeping the street clean is one small way to show your community you care. Check out tips on how to organize a street cleanup in your neighborhood here. ow.ly/377V50VM9HJ

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Why did we send a book to City Hall? Because Philly doesn’t need more spending headlines, it needs outcomes. It's time for a government that actually builds for the people. ow.ly/kz9i50VM9EC

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This year’s local judicial races are anything but boring — tax scandals, ballot drama, and a mystery letter allegedly from Bob Brady. Get the information before you vote May 20. ow.ly/uLaS50VM9yk

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Trump’s first 100 days, Canada’s anti-Trump election, Amazon’s tariff play — the news is wild, but we’re here to help you make sense of it. Catch up with this week’s must-reads. ow.ly/OQKU50VM9uH

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On the latest episode of our podcast, former Philly Mayor Michael A. Nutter and former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed welcome Rochester, MI Republican Mayor Bryan Barnett, who reveals his (slightly wacky) secret to staying in office for 18 years. thephiladelphiacitizen.org/how-to-reall...

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There are big ballot questions are coming your way May 20 — on housing, homelessness, and prison oversight. How to make sure your vote has an impact? Know what you're voting on before you hit the polls. ow.ly/EiKb50VLnB4

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Some went. Some didn’t. The White House visit by Philly’s Super Bowl champions is reigniting debate: Are athletes obligated to take a stand — or just play the game? ow.ly/tg9x50VLnwq

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Everyone deserves a second chance, and Philly's future can benefit from it. Fair-chance hiring isn’t charity; it’s smart policy. Let’s invest in people, not punishment. ow.ly/Ek6i50VLnrj

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Community groups that helped bring Philly shootings down are now losing funding under Trump’s budget cuts. Experts warn that defunding what works could bring violence back. ow.ly/xX5Z50VLnfv

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A hands-on construction academy at Eastern State is helping Philadelphians build historic skylights—and life-changing careers. ow.ly/YQzf50VKEIs

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“A lot of what we’re known for is violence,” say Philly teens—but they’re calling for peace, not more guns. It’s time to hear them out and stand with them. ow.ly/Lzvf50VKEFu

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Mayor Parker promised 30,000 new homes, but her H.O.M.E. plan leans heavily on repairs, not new builds. Now, the issue is tangled in City Council politics. ow.ly/AEaY50VKEnS

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In his Substack, Love, Art & War, former Super Bowl-winning Eagle and activist Malcolm Jenkins says when the stakes are highest, leadership isn’t a speech or a slogan: It’s a choice. ow.ly/YLKj50VKCUE

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Philly’s shelters are overflowing, and pets need our help. Adopt, foster, volunteer, and find out more ways to make a difference for animals in need. ow.ly/xNA150VJUYZ

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