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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Temple officials foresee community support for stadium; neighbors skeptical
Philadelphia Council President Darrell Clarke says he won’t consider supporting the proposed stadium until the university wins over the community.
8 years ago
Listen 2:05PPA amnesty program a ‘blessing’ for Philly ticket scofflaws
Under the two-month program, the PPA will forgive all unpaid parking tickets issued before 2013, as long as you agree to pay any fines from 2013 to the present.
8 years ago
Benched over head scarf, Mastery basketball player says ‘change is coming’
A referee would not Nasihah Thompson-King play during a playoff game last week because she did not have a signed waiver to wear a hijab.
8 years ago
Listen 2:06New congressional districts in Philly suburbs could help Democrats win in D.C.
Pennsylvania’s new court-ordered congressional map has thrust the commonwealth into the national spotli ...
8 years ago
Short-term housing, wraparound services help Bucks cut homeless rate by 20 percent
A combination of factors explains the decline, with a shift toward rapid-rehousing programs perhaps playing the biggest role, according to experts.
8 years ago
Philly starts inspections of ‘stop-and-gos’ seeking to continue alcohol sales
'Stop-and-go' owners still fearful over possibility of losing safety glass as Philly begins process for handing out new restaurant licenses.
8 years ago
Few arrests, untold numbers of fans, lots of love add up to ‘epic’ Eagles celebration
Still awaiting a tally on costs and participants, Philadelphia officials bask in good will on the day after massive parade for Super Bowl winners.
8 years ago
Listen 1:50Offensive reputation gets Eagles fans a bit defensive
Some say it's just a few bad apples. Others point to fisticuffs directed at police horses.
8 years ago
Listen 4:37Driving for Uber may not rule out unemployment benefits, Pa. court says
The decision is considered a victory for low-wage workers, particularly those who turn to the 'gig economy' to support themselves after losing full-time employment.
8 years ago
Fattah seeks appeal in federal corruption conviction
Lawyers for the disgraced lawmaker will go before the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals to argue Fattah should have been acquitted on several counts and given a new trial.
8 years ago
Drivers deprived of licenses after drug conviction sue to repeal Pa. law
Since 2011, Pennsylvania has suspended the licenses of nearly 150,000 drivers for up to two years. Critics say the law can hurt the chances of keeping a job after conviction.
8 years ago
During brutal cold, Philly outreach prevents fatalities among homeless
After two weeks in deep freeze, Philadelphia ends its Code Blue declaration and extra push to get homeless into shelters.
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