🏛️ What would Cherelle Parker do as mayor?

🚔 Council Member’s Enforcement-Driven Approach

Philly City Councilmember Quetcy Lozada is pushing for a more law enforcement-driven approach to tackling the opioid crisis in Kensington, and she may soon have support in the mayor’s office if Cherelle Parker is elected. Lozada also seeks to involuntarily commit people with addiction to "stabilization centers." That approach contrasts with the city’s current harm reduction policies. [Inquirer]

• Related: Hear how mayoral candidate Cherelle Parker wants to change law enforcement in the city. [City Cast Philly 🎧]

🧑‍⚖️ Johnny Doc’s Continued Fall from Grace

Former union leader John J. Dougherty is facing a federal jury trial alongside co-defendant Brian Burrows on charges of embezzling over $600,000 from Local 98 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. The trial, his second in just two years, could mean significant prison time for Dougherty. [Inquirer]

🌬️ A Blow to Offshore Wind Projects

Danish energy company Orsted has canceled two large wind projects off the coast of New Jersey due to supply chain issues, creating uncertainty in an industry touted as crucial for transitioning away from fossil fuels. Despite the setback, New Jersey has several other offshore wind projects in various stages of development. [WHYY]

🚔 Staffing Shortage Slows Down Taser Rollout

The Philadelphia Police Department’s plan to equip its entire force with Tasers in response to the fatal shooting of Walter Wallace Jr. in 2020 is facing delays due to staffing shortages. The department says it's still committed to its 2026 deadline but a shortage of nearly 1,000 officers means it's hard to pull police from their beats to train on the new equipment. [Axios Philly]

🎬 Philadelphia Asian American Film Fest | Through November 12 | Various Times

Now in its 16th year, the festival brings together the best of cinema highlighting AAPI communities. [$15+, Center City]

🎤 ‘Breathing Room: Journeys of Self Exploration’ | Thursday | 5:30 p.m.

Local artists Buck! and Wesley Clark gather for a conversation about creativity, identity, and quiet spaces to breathe. [Free, Center City]

🎨 Netflix and Paint | Thursday | 7 p.m.

If you’re the type of person that likes to have movies on in the background while you work on a project, this event is for you. Bring a piece to work on while you watch a movie. [Free, East Germantown]

☕ Coffee Brewing Class | Wednesdays and Fridays | 1:30 p.m.

Learn how to make the perfect cup from the experts at Vamo Coffee. Materials are included. [$75, Callowhill]

💃 Swing Dancing | Friday | 7 p.m.

Fat Lady Brewing’s dance floor will be open for a post-Halloween and Día de los Muertos dance party for those that are still in the spirit. [$20, Manayunk]

Philly Mayoral Candidate Interview: Cherelle Parker

In our second interview with Philly’s mayoral candidates, host Trenae Nuri speaks with Cherelle Parker about her plans if elected, what Philadelphia experiences molded her, and what her favorite places in the city are. If you missed it, check out our earlier interview with GOP candidate David Oh, here.