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Apartment buildings in Center City.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly added 8K housing units in 2024. Nearly half of them were in Greater Center City

The increase is partially tied to a building boom that researchers expect to abate this year as supply catches up with demand.

6 months ago

Listen 1:26
Saquon Barkley answering questions with his daughter sitting in his lap
Community

Eagles make Saquon Barkley highest-paid running back in NFL history

Barkley ran for 2,504 yards in the regular season and playoffs, breaking Terrell Davis’ record for most yards rushing in one season.

6 months ago

President Donald Trump speaks
Politics & Policy

A look at claims around Trump’s initiatives as he prepares to address Congress

President Donald Trump has moved quickly during his first six weeks in office to make numerous changes.

6 months ago

Donald Trump speaks at a joint address of Congress
Politics & Policy

Trump vows to press ahead on reshaping America in speech to Congress as Democrats register dissent

The president took credit for reorienting the economy, immigration and foreign policy as he updated Congress on plans after a turbulent first few weeks in office.

6 months ago

a sample Pennsylvania REAL ID
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania residents will need REAL ID to board planes beginning May 7. Here’s what to know

Because of the pandemic, the enforcement date for REAL ID was postponed from 2021.

6 months ago

Listen 0:47
Bags of trash are visible on the sidewalk.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘This has to stop’: Philadelphians push City Council for more illegal dumping prevention

Residents say they are tired of repeatedly cleaning up their communities. They urged the city to invest in education and enforcement.

6 months ago

Listen 1:02
Philip Fitzgerald smiles
Community

Philadelphia Foundation hires its first chief impact officer

Philip Fitzgerald, the nonprofit organization’s new chief impact officer, will focus on economic mobility, community safety and youth development.

6 months ago

Donald Trump welcomes Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House
Politics & Policy

Trump pauses U.S. military aid to Ukraine while pressuring Zelenskyy to move toward quick end to war

U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle, who represents parts of Philly and is co-chair of the Congressional European Union Caucus, called the move "a direct threat to our national security.”

7 months ago

a police car with lights
Courts & Law

3 years after Philly limited police stops, research offers glimpse into who’s still getting pulled over

Since 2022, Philly cops have not been able to stop someone for an expired registration or broken taillight.

7 months ago

Listen 1:14
The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

Delaware Senate committee considers bill adding abortion rights to state constitution

Delaware legalized abortion access up until viability in 2017. Constitutional amendments must pass both chambers in two consecutive General Assemblies.

7 months ago

Listen 0:51
The S.S. United States
Community

Historic SS United States completes first leg of journey from Philly to become world’s largest artificial reef

The SS United States, a 1,000-foot vessel that shattered the trans-Atlantic speed record on its maiden voyage in 1952, arrived early Monday in Mobile, Ala.

7 months ago

Tiffanie Stanard smiles
Community

Philly tech start-up wants to fix the broken system of procurement with a new tool

To increase potential sales, Stimulus leverages artificial intelligence to find out when a large institution might be most receptive to vendors.

7 months ago

Listen 0:59
Camille Bell and Johnny Velazquez smile
Community

Inclusive makeup brand in Philly receives equity infusion from Enterprise Center fund

Eager to offer more inclusive cosmetics, Pound Cake, a local start-up, got an influx of capital to help make that a reality.

7 months ago

Listen 0:58
measles under a microscope
Health
6abc

Measles confirmed in unvaccinated Montgomery County child; others may have been exposed

The news comes soon after three cases of measles were reported in New Jersey, and while Texas is dealing with an outbreak involving dozens.

7 months ago

Donald Trump speaks to reporters
Politics & Policy

What to expect from Trump’s next first speech to Congress

When the president speaks to a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, his words are bound to be different from when he addressed lawmakers at the beginning of his first term.

7 months ago

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