
Aaron Moselle covers housing and community development for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, filing stories for both radio and web. He’s a native of the city and calls South Philadelphia home.
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Philly Council passes bill to create new emergency repair program for neglected buildings
The bill lays the groundwork for a city program that would enlist municipal workers to fix privately owned buildings at risk of damaging their surroundings.
4 years ago
Philly Council advances bill to stop demolition of University City Townhomes
A contested bill designed to preserve an affordable rental housing complex in West Philadelphia moved one step closer to becoming law on Tuesday.
4 years ago
Philly gets another $35 million for rental assistance, but it’s far from enough
Tens of thousands of people affected by the pandemic are still waiting for help from the city’s emergency fund. The additional money will help just a fraction.
4 years ago
Trial pushed back for Maurice Hill, man accused of shooting 6 officers in Tioga standoff
Maurice Hill trial: Accused shooter at center of Nicetown-Tioga standoff trial delayed.
4 years ago
‘It’s a part of my life’: West Philly residents protest sale of University City Townhomes
The complex’s owner, Altman Management Company, recently told the government it would not renew a contract to provide affordable housing at the site.
4 years ago
To improve equity on the road, Philly bans police stops for minor traffic infractions
The measure is rooted in recent data that show Philadelphia police pull over a disproportionate number of Black drivers for minor traffic violations.
4 years ago
One imam is running out of space to bury Muslims. Others worry about their mental health as funeral directors confront tragically unprecedented demand.
4 years ago
Listen 4:18Family of the 8-year-old shot fatally by Sharon Hill police call for the officers’ firing
The family of Fanta Bility, the 8-year-old girl killed by Sharon Hill police in late August, is urging the Delaware County borough to fire the officers responsible for her dea
4 years ago
Philly to hold public hearings on search for district’s next school superintendent
City Council will hold hearings on the search and hiring process for the School District of Philadelphia’s next superintendent.
4 years ago
Historic gun violence sparks calls for more policing along Philly’s commercial corridors
Philadelphia continues to witness a historic surge in gun violence, putting business owners and shoppers on edge.
4 years ago
LOVE Park is back with a fresh fall pop-up market, complete with live music
More than 50 vendors make up the new pop-up market, which will feature Black and Latino businesses in LOVE Park through mid-October.
4 years ago
Philly passes bill that aims to encourage affordable housing in desirable neighborhoods
The measure tweaks an incentive that allows developers to construct larger buildings than typically allowed in exchange for supporting affordable housing.
4 years ago