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SEPTA General Manager Leslie Richards standing on the street
Urban Planning
Philadelphia Business Journal

‘The math just doesn’t work’: Roosevelt Boulevard SEPTA line not feasible with agency’s current funding

A proposed route along Roosevelt Blvd., the idea for which was first floated more than a century ago, isn't currently financially feasible, said SEPTA GM Leslie Richards.

3 years ago

A closeup of Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner
Politics & Policy

Lawmakers appeal ruling on legality of impeaching Philly DA

Republican state lawmakers on Thursday filed an appeal with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, hoping to preserve elements of their impeachment case.

3 years ago

Librarian Alison Miner holds a needle-point felt project she crafted.
PlanPhilly
Community

Philly’s Free Library is making space for people to create

A new weekly program invites library-goers to crochet, knit, embroider, and sew, no matter their skill level.

3 years ago

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The Delaware City Refinery in New Castle, Del. A new report on air pollution from the Lung Association focuses on the four-state, 16-county Philadelphia-Reading-Camden-PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Health

Delaware City Refinery second highest for nitrogen pollution among refiners nationwide

Delaware City’s PBF refinery discharged more than one million pounds of nitrogen into the Delaware River without violating its permit. Advocates say that’s a problem.

3 years ago

A group of people hold signs outside of the Delaware state legislature.
Politics & Policy

Latino groups in Delaware protest pilot program they say would limit their ability to get state contracts

Latino leaders and business owners gathered at the Legislative Hall in Dover this week to oppose a measure they fear would harm their businesses.

3 years ago

Outside of Grand Yesha Ballroom, dozens of protesters expressed frustrations about the FDR Park plans, and shut down the street
Politics & Policy

FDR Park redevelopment discussion halted due to protests

Dozen’s stood in protest outside Thursday’s FDR Park redevelopment meeting in South Philly after being denied entry. A virtual meeting is scheduled for March 1.

3 years ago

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Posters are papered on doors.
Education

Librarian says he was told to remove poster of Holocaust survivor’s quote for violating Central Bucks ‘advocacy’ policy

The Central Bucks South High School librarian papered his windows with posters of Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel’s words, after the principal reversed the order of removal.

3 years ago

Listen 1:08
NOBLE New Jersey President Jiles Ship presenting Camden County Sheriff Gilbert ''Whip'' Wilson with an award
Community

Camden County Sheriff becomes first Black president of N.J. sheriffs’ association

After his installation, the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) honored him for his historic ascension to lead the sheriffs’ association.

3 years ago

Tyrique Glasgow, Founder of the Young Chances Foundation, lead a meeting to talk about alternatives to Stop and Frisk policing policy at a public meeting in a South Philadelphia Church on January 25, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Courts & Law

South Philly group discusses renaming ‘stop and frisk,’ adding community-oriented policing

In one South Philly neighborhood, community leaders and law enforcement are discussing creating a procedure that supports officers stopping young people and sharing resources.

3 years ago

A line of electric vehicles on display.
Community

Electric vehicles take the spotlight at 2023 Philadelphia Auto Show

A massive electric vehicle test track sits amid hundreds of vehicles on display. It's a big upgrade from the dark corner where it was at last year’s show.

3 years ago

Mark Rozzi stands at a podium.
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Hopes of bipartisan cooperation give way to complete deadlock in the Pa. House

The Pa. state House will likely stay deadlocked until next month — which means voters won’t see constitutional amendments on the May ballot.

3 years ago

A view of a creek and a piece of land stretching into the distance.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Proposed zoning overlay for Cobbs Creek Golf Course changed again

The bill, which would exempt the golf course from rules meant to prevent erosion, was amended again to further address environmental concerns.

3 years ago

A portrait of Tyre Nichols is displayed at a memorial service for him
Courts & Law

DA: 5 Memphis cops ‘all responsible’ for Tyre Nichols’ death

Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy said although the fired officers each played different roles in the killing of Nichols, “they are all responsible.”

3 years ago

File photo: Delaware Gov. John Carney speaks at the Major Joseph R. ''Beau'' Biden III National Guard/Reserve Center in New Castle, Del.
Politics & Policy

Gov. Carney outlines $7.2 billion spending plan in Delaware

The proposal for fiscal 2024 stresses new investments in education, housing, and the environment, plus significant pay raises for many state employees.

3 years ago

An overview of several houses covered in snow.
Community
Spotlight PA

How Pennsylvania homeowners can apply for mortgage and utility assistance

The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund can help people who fell behind on mortgage, utilities during the pandemic — but be prepared for a wait.

3 years ago

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