Urban Planning
SEPTA Key fails again for some riders, for the fourth time in recent weeks
A SEPTA spokesperson said it hasn't been able to calculate how much money it’s losing because of the issue, but said it could be hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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Businesses like Winterthur Museum have expressed concerns over the planned discontinuation and expansion of routes this fall.
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Why some of Philly’s tallest buildings will pay smaller property tax bills in 2025
About half of the city’s 100 most valuable commercial properties have lower tax assessments for 2025, according to a WHYY News analysis.
4 months ago
New Jersey offers millions in tax credits for a new 76ers arena in Camden
As negotiations over a Center City arena continue to stall, Sixers owners say they “must take all potential options seriously.”
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For safer streets, Philly advocates have legislative priorities for fall session
Road safety advocates have hit the streets demanding change, but the battle goes on in another venue –– state and local legislatures.
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Philly Gas Commission passes rules that limit public participation in PGW budget process
The city argues the new rules make proceedings more efficient, but climate activists say they’re being shut out.
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The city has finally released its Sixers arena impact studies. Here’s what they say
The four analyses are expected to help stakeholders weigh the value of building a privately funded basketball arena in Center City.
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Listen 11:57Philly is creating its own environmental justice mapping tool with input from residents
At the first in a series of workshops, Philadelphians raised concerns about illegal dumping, poorly maintained trees and air pollution.
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Burlington County partnership to increase police presence around River Line communities
The Burlington County Sheriff’s Office will work with police departments in the river towns and NJ Transit Police to deter crime.
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Listen 1:09A new apartment building will rise amid a group of Germantown landmarks
The project from Iron Stone Real Estate Partners does not need zoning approvals to move forward.
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Philly gets federal money to explore ‘cool roofs’
The U.S. Department of Energy grant will also help the city expand energy efficiency education and plan to grow the clean energy workforce.
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Will Philly’s car-free streets boost business? Some retailers will find out in September
Several streets near Rittenhouse Square in Center City will temporarily close to vehicle traffic every Sunday in September during a pilot program.
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Listen 1:00PHL expecting Thanksgiving-level volume for Labor Day holiday
With lots of travelers taking that last trip of the summer, Philly airport officials expect big crowds to move through ahead of Labor Day.
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Some new mayors, such as Philly's Cherelle Parker, are using a get-tough approach that the Supreme Court validated with a June ruling that allows bans on sleeping outside.
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‘It doesn’t feel safe’: Philly advocates say report misrepresents pedestrian safety in the city
New research from Forbes puts Philly at the top of a list for pedestrian safety. Advocates say the numbers don’t tell the whole story.
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