PlanPhilly Archive
Making a ‘hard situation even worse’: Philadelphians ask mayor to rethink housing cuts
The city’s proposed spending plan leaves $45 million less for affordable housing programs. The cuts threaten four multifamily projects, among other programs.
6 years ago
Art helps democracy. Mayor Kenney’s plan to zero out Philly’s arts office hurts us all
Philly’s arts office responds to the cultural and ethnic diversity that makes up our vibrant neighborhoods.
6 years ago
Money goes boom: Philly’s history of exploding ATMs
Experts say the spate of ATM explosions have nothing to do with political protest.
6 years ago
How a Fishtown diner feeds neighbors and bridges divides
“We’re here 24 hours,” Sulimay’s owner Chad Todd said. “I sleep above the restaurant, I come down and I do what I can to help people in need, that’s it.”
6 years ago
Invoking ‘change’, Council introduces ‘New Normal’ budget, advances housing bills
After days of protest over the police killing of George Floyd, City Council wants the city to redirect spending to better address racial disparities.
6 years ago
Philly police commander seen beating protesters faces aggravated assault charges
Staff Inspector Joe Bologna has a history of misconduct and is linked to past PPD corruption scandals.
6 years ago
I was a Philly judge in 2008. We need to act now to stop the next economic crisis
When the 2008 financial meltdown happened, we knew we had to move fast. Now, another economic disaster looms and Philly has a chance to lessen its impact.
6 years ago
Philly to slash police oversight, anti-violence initiatives while increasing PPD budget
This is exactly the wrong time for such a move, critics say, especially one that would hit youth hard.
6 years ago
‘If we can move the statue, we can move policy’: Philly celebrates Rizzo removal
Mayor Kenney’s removal of the Frank Rizzo statue feels like progress to many. Yet to a smaller group of white people, the action feels like a betrayal.
6 years ago
The Rizzo reign is finally over. Thank Black Philadelphia.
For more than a decade, African Americans called for the removal of the Rizzo statue. Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney has finally heard them.
6 years ago
‘I want to be able to heal’: Kensington residents begin yet another recovery
After days of violence, Kensington neighbors struggle to come to terms with yet another crisis. Community leaders fear it could take years to rebuild.
6 years ago
Do Black lives matter to Mayor Jim Kenney?
Police brutality brought protesters into the streets. But the city’s "inadequate" response to COVID-19 contributes to anger, writes Rev. Malcolm Byrd.
6 years ago
‘We are resilient’ Black community leaders work to rebuild battered Southwest Philly mall
Ron Nowell returned to work at Four Seasons meat market Tuesday after guarding the store from looters on Sunday. He and others are now focused on recovery.
6 years ago
How Philly Council is showing up right now
As violence encroached, City Council pivoted to de-escalation, firefighting, and cleanups in neighborhoods scarred by recent events and deeper wounds.
6 years ago
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