Cherelle Parker Makes History as Philadelphia's New Mayor

Cherelle Parker, a former state legislator and City Council member, has been elected as the first woman mayor of Philadelphia. Parker, viewed as more moderate than other candidates, pledged to address the city's crime issues by hiring more police officers and implementing "constitutional" stop-and-frisk tactics. With a significant advantage over the Republican nominee due to the city's predominantly Democratic population, Parker's win marks a historic moment for Philadelphia. She plans to tackle high levels of illegal drug use and violent crime, including considering the involvement of the National Guard. Parker will succeed Mayor Jim Kenney, who has faced criticism for his handling of the city's challenges.