The city implemented an ordinance on food trucks (limiting the hours of operation of a select number) in 2024. While Councilwoman Quetcy Lozada of the 7th District has seen promising improvements in safety, her reasoning for pushing for the ordinance, food truck owners express concerns over how the limitations are affecting their bottom line.
Alma Romero’s dream business, Alma del Mar, came to a heartbreaking end after a violent assault and a string of unaddressed crimes in South Philadelphia. From the emotional toll of the attack to the frustration with the police response, Alma’s story is one of resilience in the face of adversity.
‘There’s a false narrative that immigrants are here to take jobs from Americans, but that’s simply not true,’ shares Dr. Castillo, President & CEO of Accesso Care. ‘Immigrants are filling critical roles that keep our society moving forward. When they thrive economically, our entire community benefits.’
‘Reproductive rights, abortion rights, poverty, a pathway to citizenship, and here’s the big one, y’all—student loans,’ - Jennifer Mota, multimedia journalist, on the issues she cares about most. Young Latino, Latina, and Latine voters have the power to make a difference.