On May 16, Philly will pick a candidate for mayor (and other important positions)

May 16 is the next primary election for Philadelphia. Voters will choose candidates for mayor, commissioner, city controller, register of wills, sheriff, at-large Council members, and district Council members.

“The Democratic candidate who wins the primary has a high likelihood of cruising to office in the general election,” the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. Read the Inquirer's Democratic Primary Voters Guide here. Also, check out this quiz that shows you which mayoral candidates are the best match for your convictions.

Polls are open on May 16 from 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM. The Last day to register to vote is May 1. The last day to request a mail-in or absentee ballot is May 9.