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Senator Hughes Announces Coltrane 100 Philly Lineup for Citywide Centennial Honoring John Coltrane
More than 30 performances, community initiatives and artist grants celebrate John Coltrane's legacy while investing in Philadelphia's next generation of musicians. PHILADELPHIA, July 23, 2026 — Today, Sen. Vincent Hughes, in partnership with Jazz Philadelphia, Creative Philadelphia, Ars Nova Workshop, and WRTI at Temple University, today announced the lineup for Coltrane 100 Philly, a citywide centennial celebration honoring jazz legend
Senator Vincent Hughes Applauds $90M for Community Development in Philadelphia and Montgomery County
July 16, 2026 − Today, Senator Vincent Hughes (D-Phila/Montgomery) announced $90 million in Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grants for community infrastructure projects in Philadelphia and Montgomery County. The grants will support projects that address a range of local needs, including increased affordable housing, upgraded educational facilities, expanded access to healthcare and childcare, and enhanced outdoor and recreational spaces. “These
Senator Hughes Applauds Third Round of Adequacy and Equity Funding in FY26-27 Budget
July 12, 2026 - Today, Governor Shapiro signed the FY26-27 state budget into law after it passed the state Senate and House with a bipartisan vote in both chambers. The new state budget includes critical investments that will support education, lift up Pennsylvania’s economy and workforce, and address the cost-of-living crisis that residents across the Commonwealth are grappling with on
Storm Update and Resources
We Are Monitoring Conditions Across the DistrictSevere storms have impacted communities in our district and throughout Philadelphia. We are actively monitoring conditions and have been in regular contact with city officials and utility partners. Mayor Parker has declared a local disaster emergency to support the City’s recovery efforts. The Office of Emergency Management, Water Department, Parks & Recreation, Sanitation, Streets,
