SEPTA announced Tuesday that crime levels have stayed down across most categories, thanks to increased enforcement of fare payment and other surveillance efforts. Report by Marco Cerino.

'It cannot be ignored any longer': DNC chair admits party losing ground with Black voters. Report by Tribune staff writer Marco Cerino.

Sunday's front — Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. to convene in Philadelphia this week. Trump enforces 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico. Supreme Court justice Ketanji Brown Jackson emerges as leading dissenter in Trump era.

Members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., the first intercollegiate African American male fraternity, will gather in Philadelphia this week for their 98th general and 119th anniversary convention. Report by Tribune correspondent O.J. Spivey.

Trash piles for blocks: Work begins to clean up mounting garbage that grew as a result of Philly union strike. Report by Tribune staff writer Marco Cerino.

As the city and AFSCME District Council 33 return to the negotiating table Tuesday, some prominent voices in the Black community have raised alarms over insults targeted at Mayor Cherelle Parker, the city's first female mayor. Report by Marco Cerino.

Despite a violent Fourth of July weekend that ended being the deadliest since 2022, Philadelphia is recording a significant drop in homicides midway into 2025. Report by Tribune staff writer Sherry Stone.

The city of Philadelphia will return to negotiations with AFSCME District Council 33, Tuesday, as the union’s first strike in nearly 40 years enters its second week. Report by Tribune staff writer Marco Cerino.

From rats to stench, residents express frustration over Philly strike's trash pileup. Report by Ashley Green.

How did we get here? Council 33’s strike is the result of fiscal and political decisions that preceded Philly Mayor Parker. Report by Tribune staff writer Marco Cerino.

Tomorrow's front — Council 33’s strike is a result of fiscal, political decisions that preceded Mayor Parker. Black jobless rate up. Breakdown of Trump’s bill that passed Congress will soon become law. Click image for full page.

LL Cool J on Philly strike: "I'm not gonna cross a picket line and perform for money when people are hurting."

After a tense few days, Philly says the strike shouldn’t deter people from enjoying the Fourth of July. Report by Tribune staff writer Marco Cerino.

Two days after U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans announced his retirement from Congress, state Sen. Sharif Street officially launched his candidacy for the 3rd District seat with a campaign video.

Sixers' owner Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment and Comcast move to buy Market East building.

Mayor Cherelle Parker said she saw both fire hydrants on her block opened Tuesday morning before leaving for work. If it's related to the strike by District Council 33 members, she doesn't like this as a bargaining tactic. Report by Marco Cerino.

U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans announced Monday that he will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026, ending a storied career in public service spanning over four decades.

Sunday front — SEPTA riders worry about drastic cuts in authority's budget. Supreme Court hands President power win. School district leaders argue asbestos reviews in schools are current. Council members and health care leaders decry proposed Medicaid cuts.

The Philadelphia Tribune wins five national awards at the National Newspaper Publishers Association's 2025 conference, including the John H. Sengstacke Award for overall "Newspaper Excellence."

'I’m worried about getting home': SEPTA riders express concern after board approves drastic budget. Report by Ashley Green.