CitizenCast

The Citizen's J.P. Romney sits down with Nick Hand, current technologist and former director of Rebecca Rhynhart's Finance, Policy and Data Unit to discuss Mayor Parker's budget proposal and how her first year will change from Mayor Kenney's last.

Killing puppies? Linking Native American tribes to Mexican cartels? MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi explains why South Dakota governor Kristi Noem is banned from entering one-fifth of her own state.

It seems counterintuitive, but a C+ public school works for students, teachers, and communities, and strengthens those schools over time

Some schoolboards in the country are banning this iconic Newberry-award-winning children's novel on charges that it deals with death and glorifies foul language and witchcraft. MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi sits down to discuss this acclaimed book with its author, Katherine Paterson.

On this episode, we look at the per-resident cost of Mayor Parker's proposed budget—and how it's changed from last year. Let's explore five overlooked, but important shifts.

On this episode of Big Rube's Philly, Big Rube breaks bread with former NBA player and current Sixers TV analyst, world traveler, fitness devotee, fashion plate, and native Philadelphian Marc Jackson. They discuss his career before and after the 76ers, as well as the keys to living a long and fulfilling life.

A GYO program is bringing new teachers of color to a suburban district. Here's why a local educator thinks it's an idea worth stealing.

MSNBC host and Citizen board member Ali Velshi invited our very own Block Captain of the Year, Michelle Belser, to chat about her life of civic engagement and how her ward has become the highest voting ward in the Philly. "She sets an example for the rest of the nation," Velshi says.

On this episode of Your City Defined, we take a look at the city budget. In March, Mayor Parker proposed a $6 billion budget to Philadelphia City Council. Here's what that means, what's next, what you can do

Marijuana's official holiday is upon us. Here are a few ways to celebrate, as well as an update on where recreational legalization stands in the state.