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Urban Planning

A eviction notice paper sits on a table
PlanPhilly
Housing
Philadelphia

Pennsylvania may become the latest state that automatically seals eviction records. Here’s what to know

If passed, the bill would benefit thousands of renters across the state who struggle to find safe housing because of their record.

1 week ago

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A Philadelphia Parking Authority parking meter
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Philadelphia
Policing
Transportation

PPA on-street parking rates have gone up in Center City

The Philadelphia Parking Authority expects the rate increase to generate an additional $4 million in revenue.

1 week ago

Trash spilled out of temporary dumpsters onto Wyalusing Ave
Employment
Government
Philadelphia

Day 8: Philadelphia’s largest city workers’ union is on strike. Here’s the latest

AFSCME District Council 33 represents 9,000 employees ranging from sanitation workers to crossing guards. Trash pick-up, pools and 911 calls are among the services impacted.

1 week ago

A group of men in work clothes posing for a photo standing in front of a pickup truck
Environment
Philadelphia
Public Spaces
Billy Penn

Foundation puts up $5 million to spark innovation around illegal dumping

Grants focus on creating legal dumpsites for residents and small haulers.

1 week ago

the intersection of Baltimore Avenue, Cobbs Creek Parkway and 58th Street
PlanPhilly
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Safety fixes planned at West Philadelphia intersection where cyclist was killed last month

Safety improvements are coming to 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue. Residents say the changes can’t come soon enough.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:03
Residential block in Trenton with several houses
Government
Housing
New Jersey

Why are New Jersey housing costs continuing to rise — and who should pay for affordable housing?

As home construction costs keep rising, there’s a dispute in the proposed state budget over how to fund affordable housing.

2 weeks ago

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Water flowing through the canal
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Philadelphia Water Department celebrates improved waterways in Manayunk

The Philadelphia Water Department restored water flow from the Schuylkill River to the Manayunk Canal.

2 weeks ago

Public transit supporters rallied outside SEPTA headquarters
Government Accountability
Philadelphia
Transportation

SEPTA approves budget that could result in nearly half of its services being cut without state funding

Starting July 1, SEPTA faces a $213 million budget deficit, which will lead to cuts starting on Aug. 24.

2 weeks ago

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A rendering of an overhead view of the proposed 22nd Police District
PlanPhilly
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Policing

After yearslong battle, work has begun on new headquarters for Philly’s 22nd Police District

The North Central Public Safety Building will include a new police station and a Police Athletic League center.

2 weeks ago

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The 2,460-square-foot Francis Lederer Pool is part of a $4 million Rebuild project that includes a sprayground and artwork by Carin Mincemoyer. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Studio 2
Energy
Environment

Extreme heat: Solutions for cities dealing with high temperatures

Our region is under an “extreme heat warning” with temperatures in Philly expected to reach 100 degrees for the first time in over a decade. Why do cities feel even hotter?

Air Date: June 24, 2025 12:00 pm

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Seamless Professionals developers
PlanPhilly
Housing
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity

Philly training program for minority developers will help fuel Mayor Parker’s housing plan. ‘An opportunity to change your life.’

The administration wants to ramp up homebuilding on vacant land. Graduates of the Minority Developer Program are positioned to do the work.

2 weeks ago

Castor Ave. in Northeast Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Law
Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
Transportation

Northeast Philly neighbors sue to block PennDOT’s plans to narrow a commercial corridor for cars, add bike lanes

Take Back Your Neighborhood filed a lawsuit against PennDOT, SEPTA and State Rep. Jared Solomon over plans to remove car lanes along Castor Avenue.

3 weeks ago

Over a dozen SEPTA police officers take the oath of office
Philadelphia
Policing
Transportation

SEPTA swears in new transit police officers amid budget woes and ongoing safety concerns

The transit agency is facing funding opposition from Pennsylvania Republicans over safety. SEPTA says it plans to hire new officers despite its budget crisis.

3 weeks ago

Solar panels along Trap Pond Road in Georgetown Delaware
Community Events
Delaware
Energy

Community solar project in Sussex County will power 750 homes, advancing Delaware’s climate and energy goals

Delaware’s first of six community solar farms has launched in Sussex County, supporting low-income households and the state’s 2050 net-zero goal.

4 weeks ago

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Members of OnePA Renters United Philadelphia hold signs reading SAFE HEALTHY HOMES and PROTECT RENTERS! VOTE YES
PlanPhilly
Housing
Philadelphia
Politics

Philadelphia can now create an anti-displacement fund for tenants. Will it happen?

For now, there is no dedicated funding, but that could change if the bill’s sponsor gets his way.

4 weeks ago

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