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Studio 2
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Homelessness
Philadelphia

Studio 2 Extra: Haircuts for the homeless

Empowering Cuts is a nonprofit that serves up free haircuts ...

Air Date: April 25, 2025 11:00 am

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Mural of Pope Francis and child on the facade of Saint Malachy School
Philadelphia
Religion

Pope Francis mural in North Philadelphia offers chance to reflect on ‘all he brought to the world’ following his death

“When people look at this mural right now, they see family, they see union, they see compassion,” mural designer Cesar Viveros said.

2 months ago

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Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

‘Warmth’ has entered the chat! Your guide to getting outdoors

Spring is finally here! We compiled a by-no-means-comprehensive list of upcoming events and outdoor spots you could visit.

2 months ago

Basketball league
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Free basketball league in Kensington offers alternative to violence

A successful first season provided exercise and a social outlet for adult men under 40. A summer session is planned.

2 months ago

Three ICE agents outside a building
Immigration
Pennsylvania
Policing

Bucks County sheriff signs agreement with ICE

Sheriff Fred Harran said the agreement will “enhance public safety.” Immigrant rights advocates are pushing back.

2 months ago

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a sample New Jersey REAL ID
New Jersey
Transportation

REAL ID enforcement has begun in New Jersey. Here’s what to know

An emergency REAL ID program requires proof of a life-or-death crisis for New Jersey travelers, but TSA is allowing people to use non-REAL IDs, for now.

2 months ago

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Mayor Cherelle Parker posing with members of the Navy Yard's development team
Architecture & Design
Energy
Environment

Philly Navy Yard wins ‘gold’ ribbon for sustainable development on site at risk of climate-driven flooding

Walkable streets, energy-efficient buildings and solar energy won part of the redeveloped shipyard “LEED Gold” for neighborhood design.

2 months ago

Listen 1:08
Crozer paramedic Bill McCall speaks at a protest outside Crozer-Chester Medical Center
Health Care
Pennsylvania

‘Where do they go?’: Crozer health providers worry about patients as closure of Delco hospitals nears

Crozer Health’s bankrupt parent company, Prospect Medical Holdings, says it will cost $20 to $30 million to close the two hospitals.

2 months ago

Listen 0:53
three artistic pope signs
Philadelphia
Religion

With love and kitsch: Historical Society remembers Pope Francis’ visit to Philly

In 2015, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania acquired as many souvenirs as it could find of Pope Francis’ historic visit, to save in perpetuity.

2 months ago

Listen 1:14
Pope Francis waves
Studio 2
Philadelphia
Religion

Philadelphia remembers the legacy of Pope Francis

A look at the legacy of Pope Francis, who died Monday at the age of 88. We talk with people in the local Catholic community and weigh in on the future of the Church.

Air Date: April 22, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:14
a large farm
Environment
Government Accountability
Sustainability

Philly-area farmers among hundreds impacted by Trump admin’s gutting of climate-friendly grants

A grant of $59 million would have helped hundreds of farmers in the Mid-Atlantic adapt to climate change. The Trump administration called the funds a “green new scam.”

2 months ago

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Tina Brown, Franchesca Joseph, Jasmine Sierra and Amirah Gibbs (left to right) pose for photo.
PlanPhilly
Community Events
Energy
Environment

These Philly-area doulas want parents to think about their environmental exposures

Heat, air pollution, lead and other toxins can harm pregnant people and babies. Birth workers are raising awareness.

2 months ago

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A memorial to Pope Francis
Philadelphia
Religion
Billy Penn

Philly mourns Pope Francis’ death, celebrates his legacy at noon Mass

Many of the attendees at Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul had fond memories of Francis’ visit to the city in 2015.

2 months ago

Share Food Program building
Economy
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly area’s largest hunger relief organization loses about $8M in federal cuts

Share Food Program's leadership says the moves will affect the hungry, local farmers and others.

2 months ago

A look down a busy city street in Springtime.
PlanPhilly
Business
Philadelphia

Poverty on the decline in Philly while job growth outpaces national average, says Pew State of the City 2025 report

Over the past decade, the number of Philadelphians living in poverty has dropped by 6%. But racial disparities linger, according to the annual Pew Charitable Trusts report.

2 months ago

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