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Living on Earth is an environmental news and information program. Each week host Steve Curwood guides the listener through a mix of news, features, interviews and commentary on a broad range of ecological issues.

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Vishaan Chakrabarti
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

The architect behind Schuylkill Yards’ big, red tower wants you to believe in Philly

PAU founder Vishaan Chakrabarti on how Philadelphia can rebound from the pandemic and emerge with a more equitable and ecological way of life.

5 years ago

The visitation room at James T. Vaughn Correctional Center (State of Delaware)
Community

Delaware prisons resuming in-person visits, but virtual sessions remain popular option

One woman whose fiancé is incarcerated says they will stick with video for now, rather than deal with plexiglass dividers and masks required for in-person visits.

5 years ago

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Nurses at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children held an informational picket in September 2020 and staffing was the main points of emphasis. (Courtesy: PASNAP)
Health

‘We’re fighting for a public health safety issue’: Pa. nurses unions went toe-to-toe with management on hospital staffing ratios

The pandemic laid bare issues of nurse-to-patient levels in the region’s medical systems. As new contracts were negotiated in 2020, this was a top concern.

5 years ago

Listen 5:29
A mother wearing a face mask adjusting a face mask on her son before he goes to school
Health

Study: NJ residents have grown less vigilant about coronavirus-slowing behaviors

Researchers said a more relaxed attitude now toward behaviors that slow the spread of COVID-19 could come at a cost.

5 years ago

Artist Ernel Martinez in front of a mural of Philadelphia boxer Joe Frazier
Arts & Entertainment

Joe Frazier becomes a beacon for a neighborhood

New mural dedicated to Smokin’ Joe rises in Philadelphia Lower Tioga neighborhood.

5 years ago

Listen 1:31
The Delaware Capitol building, Dover, De.
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers renew push for $15 minimum wage

After both of Delaware’s Democratic U.S. senators voted against adding a $15 minimum wage measure to the stimulus, local advocates are renewing their push.

5 years ago

A worker prepares a syringe with the COVID-19 vaccine
Health

Philly suburbs, state health officials spar over accusations of ‘short-changed’ vaccine doses

Officials in Philly’s suburban collar counties say they are being “short-changed” when it comes to vaccine doses, encouraging residents to “shop around.”

5 years ago

Single Water Meter
Community

Philly extends moratorium on water shut-offs through April 2022

The water will stay on for those unable to pay their utility bills through April 2022, officials announced Monday.

5 years ago

Philly Fighting COVID CEO Andrei Doroshin inside his apartment building
Politics & Policy

Philly Fighting COVID vaccine partnership put city ‘at great risk,’ says inspector general

Philadelphia’s inspector general said the Health Department ignored numerous red flags that could have avoided the scandal, yet stopped short of recommending sanctions.

5 years ago

Listen 1:09
Teachers are getting vaccinated in New Jersey earlier than originally announced. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Health

N.J. coronavirus update: Teachers get vaccines early; Residents canceling appointments to wait for J&J shot

Some residents are cancelling their appointments to receive the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine in the hope of holding out for the Johnson & Johnson shot, officials said.

5 years ago

North Philly native Cam Anthony performs on
Arts & Entertainment

North Philly teen Cam Anthony impresses judges on ‘The Voice’

Morning Edition host Jennifer Lynn speaks with Cam Anthony, a North Philly teen who impressed judges on “The Voice” last week.

5 years ago

Listen 1:57
Tawanda Jones brings unhoused individuals to Cherry Hill Mall
Community

Occupy Cherry Hill: Unhoused people gather at upscale mall to protest lack of warming centers

Tawanda Jones is staging sit-ins to protest the lack of warming centers for those experiencing homelessness in Camden. The state’s involvement gives her hope.

5 years ago

Protesters head for the Philadelphia art museum
Community Conversations
Community

‘I Gotchu’: Understanding and urging allyship

Three representatives of distinct communities joined WHYY in conversation about effective allyship and accelerating social movements through collaboration.

5 years ago

Scott Wagner and Jeff Bartos campaign at a diner in 2018
Politics & Policy

Jeff Bartos, politically-connected developer and former lt. gov. candidate, running for U.S. Senate

Bartos entered the political spotlight as a lieutenant governor candidate, and more recently co-founded a company that gives grants to small businesses.

5 years ago

A view of houses and a cemetery in Greene County
Community

A Pennsylvania county went from bust to boom times with natural gas. Now, it’s nearly broke

Commissioners, led by Republicans, raised taxes amid a pandemic and for the first time since 2010, despite the county having received more than $37 million in gas impact fees.

5 years ago

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