Philadelphia City Council

A new proposal in Philadelphia City Council would force Aramark to increase the pay for disgruntled union workers at South Philadelphia’s Sports Complex.

A new proposal by Philadelphia City Council would force Aramark to pay workers at Philadelphia sports venues more money.

During the first of two hearings this week on the plan for a new arena for the Sixers in Center City, some Philadelphia City Council members made it clear they are not for the arena while others weren’t comfortable making a decision at this time. NBC10’s Frances Wang shares what remarks were made and what questions were asked during that...

NBC10’s Katy Zachry reports on a Philadelphia City Council hearing planned Tuesday to discuss the proposal for the new 76ers arena to be built in Center City, near Chinatown. 

Philadelphia City Council is taking the first steps toward approving the newly proposed Sixers arena. Councilmembers passed the first of two resolutions related to the arena, but there were five councilmembers who voted “no” after receiving a letter from the No Arena Coalition.

While Philadelphia City Councilmembers passed the first of two resolutions related to the proposed 76ers arena, several members voted “no” to the legislation.

Members of District 33, Philadelphia’s largest union of city workers took to the streets after they voted to authorize a strike on Wednesday. The demonstration blocked traffic during rush hour at City Hall. NBC10’s Johnny Archer has the details.

Philadelphia’s largest union for city workers voted to authorize a strike. Members of District Council 33 flooded outside of City Hall Wednesday afternoon, blocking the roads. The union represents thousands of blue-collar workers, including sanitation workers.

Public service workers union in Philadelphia, District Council 33, authorized to strike after contract negotiations with the city failed to lead to a deal.

Philadelphia’s City Council passed the “Get Out the Bike Lane” bill and cyclists are applauding the decision. This would make it illegal for cars to park or idle in bike lanes in the city and violators could face a fine of up to $125. The bill still needs to be signed by the mayor. NBC10’s Johnny Archer has more.

Philadelphia City Council has passed new legislation looking to punish drivers who park or even stop in bike lanes to better protect bicyclists. However, the new bike lane safety plan is getting mixed reactions from the community. NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle reports. 

NBC10’s Frances Wang reports on people for and against the plan to build the Philadelphia 76ers’ new arena along Market Street in Center City rallying outside (and inside) City Hall Thursday as the stadium proposal was read to City Council for the first time.

Philadelphia City Council on Thursday unanimously passed legislation aimed at handing out hefty fines to illegally-parked drivers in hopes of protecting bicyclists on city streets.

NBC10’s Katy Zachry previews what’s expected to be a big Thursday for Philadelphia city Council with the Center City Sixers arena and bike lane safety on the agenda.

Aramark workers have been on strike all day at the sports complex in South Philadelphia asking for better benefits and wages. They are urging all fans not to buy food from the concession stands and city councilman Mark Squilla showed his support as well. NBC10’s Aaron Baskerville shares more.

While Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker gave her stamp of approval for the Sixers to build their arena in Center City, the deal is far from done. The power to approve the plan is now in the hands of city council members. NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle shares how those on both sides of the proposed project feel and what city council members...

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson spoke Thursday about a new bill that would increase fines and change rules to prevent parking in Center City and University City bike lanes.

Joan Levy Specter, the renowned culinary expert-turned Philadelphia councilperson who was married to longtime U.S. Sen. Arlen Specter, has died at 90.

Philadelphia City Council is mourning the death of Joan Specter, the former city council person and widow of U.S. Sen. Arlen Specter.

Philadelphia leaders unveiled the details on the new Philadelphia Reparations Task Force. The goal is to develop reparations proposals for black Philadelphians who ancestors endured slavery and institutional racism. Volunteers are welcome to join to recommend steps for the city, state and federal government.