One Goal Worth Fighting For: End Human Trafficking.
The world's game brings people together. Awareness helps keep communities safe.
By learning the signs of human trafficking and speaking up when something doesn't feel right, you can help make a difference.
Learn more: pa.gov/humantrafficking
Due to extremely hot conditions, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health has issued a Heat Health Emergency. The Heatline is accepting calls for all those in need of help related to today's excessive heat: 215-765-9040.
Learn more here: ow.ly/Vm7J50PmaUO.
The Plaza at @RdgTerminalMkt presented by @JeffersonUniv is now open!
The new pedestrian-friendly plaza transforms the 1100 block of Filbert Street into an outdoor gathering space in the heart of Center City with expanded seating, shopping, entertainment, and beverage options.
🚨 PA ELECTRIC RATES ARE RISING JUNE 1: The PUC announced that default electric supply rates are spiking across PA—by as much as 10% to nearly 20%.
Don't wait for a bill you can't afford. Call your utility provider TODAY. See if you qualify for Customer Assistance Programs.
Get involved in the #PaBudget! Join @PA_HouseApprops Chairman Jordan Harris & @RepReginaYoung in South Philly for an informative briefing on the budget process & the priorities we're fighting for.
See you on Thurs. night or watch the livestream on YouTube youtube.com/live/mIwe-1qV9gs
📢 It’s Election Day Philly, and POLLS ARE OPEN! 📢
Polls are open from 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. today. Visit atlas.phila.gov/voting to find your polling place.
If you still have your mail ballot, make sure you bring it to a drop box or Satellite Office by 8:00 P.M. #PhillyVotes
ALT Graphic from the Philadelphia City Commissioners with a blue-toned City Hall background. Large text at the top reads: “It’s Election Day! Polls are open!” A white box with a yellow border is titled: “Voting in Person?” The text explains how to find your polling place by visiting atlas.phila.gov/voting and searching your address. It says to allow plenty of time to vote, notes that polls are open from 7:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., and explains that if you are in line by 8:00 P.M., you must be allowed to vote. A final section says: “Make a travel plan. You can plan to walk, drive, rideshare, take public transit, or explore other options.” The footer says vote.phila.gov.
ALT Graphic from the Philadelphia City Commissioners with a blue-toned City Hall background. Large text at the top reads: “It’s Election Day! Polls are open!” A white box with a yellow border is titled: “Voting by Mail?” The text explains that voted mail ballots must be received, not postmarked, by 8:00 P.M. today. It also says voters cannot return a voted mail ballot at their polling place, and that ballots must be delivered to a drop box or a Board of Elections Satellite Office. The bottom line reads: “Visit phila.gov/voting to find a drop box or Satellite Office near you.” The footer says vote.phila.gov.
Voter intimidation is illegal at the polls and ballot drop boxes. You can help protect the safety and integrity of our elections. Report any voter intimidation or harassment you witness.
Notify an election worker and contact our year-round voter information hotline at ☎️ 1-877-868-3772.
#ReadytoVotePA
ALT Voter intimidation is illegal at the polls and drop boxes.
We had an amazing night at the Overbrook Night Market! It was incredible seeing west Philly come together to celebrate all that makes Overbrook so special.
A special thank you to @Morganforphilly and Overbrook West Neighborhoods for making the night market possible again this year and for their continued commitment to bringing our community together.
In the past 6 months, I lost a friend who was killed riding his bike and I could have lost my husband @drmattkenyatta , who survived after being hit riding his. This isn’t abstract for me.
I wrote about it for @PhillyInquirer. share.inquirer.com/y5EKBe
Thank you to @PADemPolicy and @PaSenateDems Policy Committees for yesterday's powerful public hearing on creating Jay Alerts in Philly and ending hit-and-run deaths across PA.
Read more ⬇️
pasenatormiller.com/senate-d…
🚨 Tomorrow is the last day to request a mail ballot for the May 19th Primary Election! 🚨
The deadline to apply is Tuesday, May 12th at 5:00 P.M.
Visit vote.phila.gov/votebymail to apply online, or stop by any Satellite Election Office to apply in person. #PhillyVotes
ALT Graphic from the Philadelphia City Commissioners with a blue and red abstract background and a white content box. Large text reads: “Tomorrow is the last day to request a mail ballot for the 2026 Primary Election.” Below, two statistics are shown with icons: “84,125 Applications processed.” and “40,163 Ballots returned so far!” Additional text reads: “Apply online at vote.phila.gov, or in person at one of our Satellite Election Offices.” At the bottom, red text reads: “Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 12th at 5:00 P.M.” The URL vote.phila.gov appears in the bottom right corner.
We are now kicking off today’s #SenDemPolicy Committee hearing addressing hit & runs and the Jay Alerts Pilot Program.
You can follow along at pasenatormiller.com/policy/
At today's ribbon-cutting, OEM announced the next phase of the citywide flood technology project that brings greater visibility to rising water levels in flood-prone areas. Residents and businesses can now easily access real-time data…
Cowards that hit & run after killing someone need to be brought to justice. What if there was a system for the public or body shops to help police catch up with the driver?
MONDAY: the House & Senate Democratic Policy Committees will host a joint hearing on “Jay Alerts”:
Today, @RepPGallagher and I are hosting a hearing with @PADemPolicy to discuss current efforts in fighting against misuse of public benefits and safeguarding vital programs, and what else can be done to protect taxpayers. Tune in at 1 P.M. on pahouse.com/live
We're working with @padempolicy to protect your tax dollars. This Thursday afternoon we'll meet in the Great Northeast about current efforts to fight misuse of public benefits and safeguard vital programs.
Join us at Holy Family University or watch at pahouse.com/Policy
Community day isn’t once a year it’s every day. Start on your block, check on your neighbors, get the kids outside, and build together.
Don’t wait be a good neighbor today. Stop by 149 S. 60th St and say hello 💙
TODAY IS THE DAY! Be sure to register to #vote today to make your voice heard in the primary election later this month. Register online at PhillyVotes.com or at your local Satellite Election Office, which you can also locate at PhillyVotes.com.
@PhillyVotes
Philadelphia is home to the best public market in America—again 🏆 USA Today @10Best Readers’ Choice has named @RdgTerminalMkt No. 1 for the third time, after prior wins in 2021 and 2022.
Since 1893, it’s been a showcase of Philly pride & global flavors.
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ALT Photo courtesy of Gab Bonghi - Reading-Terminal Market Sign
ALT A deliciously over-stuffed hoagie being proudly displayed in front of Butcher's Pantry
ALT A vibrant display of colorful ripe fruits and vegetables with neon depictions of them behind the display stands
ALT Market shoppers taking in their many options along a bustling concourse of vendors