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Community

Photo essay: 6 quintessentially Philly ‘views from my window’

People all over the world are sharing photos of the view from their windows as they quarantine. Philadelphians are sharing views of rowhouses, roosters and more.

6 years ago

On Tuesday, a usually busy Market Frankfort line was nearly deserted. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA to close stations, dramatically reduce service as coronavirus death toll rises

The new “Lifeline Service Schedule,” intended to increase safety for riders and operators while discouraging nonessential trips, will take effect April 9.

6 years ago

A couple in protective masks walk past the Philadelphia Museum of Art in Philadelphia, Friday, April 3, 2020. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia Museum of Art halts construction over coronavirus dangers

PMA stopped construction in light of worker safety concerns. Work also stopped Monday at the new Philadelphia Police headquarters at 400 N. Broad.

6 years ago

Work is ongoing at the new  Live! Hotel and Casino at 900 Packer Ave. in South Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Workers pulled from South Philly casino site after alleged breach of CDC safety regulations

Union officials allege that the general contractors on several high-profile Philadelphia projects were not complying with CDC regulations.

6 years ago

A SEPTA bus driver wears a protective mask as he drives through Philadelphia, Wednesday, April 1, 2020. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
PlanPhilly
Health

SEPTA confirms 3 coronavirus deaths

The coronavirus pandemic has taken the lives of three Philadelphia transit workers. As of April 6, 48 SEPTA employees have tested positive for the virus.

6 years ago

Signs posted along Philadelphia's Schuylkill River Trail caution users to keep six feet away from others to prevent the spread of COVID-19. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Health

Pa. officials: Play alone so parks can stay open

City and state officials are weighing the risks of keeping parks open as they work to enforce social distancing rules triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.

6 years ago

A SEPTA rider dons a surgical mask. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA is getting $643M in federal coronavirus aid

SEPTA is getting the emergency federal aid it needs to fill its coronavirus-depleted coffers. But experts say the money won’t be enough to make the agency whole.

6 years ago

Pedestrians in protective face mask walk past a closed business in Philadelphia, Friday, March 20, 2020. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
PlanPhilly
Community
Eyes on the Street

Coronavirus has no race or nationality. Stop using it to fuel hate.

Asians, Jews and other immigrants face a surge of harassment and violence as false, discriminatory rhetoric is used to describe coronavirus’ spread.

6 years ago

Regional rail stations were nearly empty on March 17 in the wake of the coronavirus shutdown. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA seeks 10,000 face masks as pandemic continues to take a toll on transit service

SEPTA is racing against the pandemic’s spread, continuing to adapt to heightened risks and a reduced workforce that is calling for more protections.

6 years ago

The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is reportedly considering erecting a medical hospital on Spruce Street between 34th and 36th Streets. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Health

Philadelphia could close a section of Spruce Street for tent hospital

The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania may put a field hospital on a public street, the first commandeering of open land for medical use since 1918.

6 years ago

City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson and his wife, Dawn Chavous, exiting federal court
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson corruption trial scheduled for 2021

Kenyatta Johnson, his wife Dawn Chavous, and two former Universal Companies executives will stand trial on federal corruption charges early next year.

6 years ago

El Merkury owner Sofia Deleon holds taquitos, fried and rolled corn tortillas, and condiments. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

Do something good for Philly: Order #LatinoTakeout this weekend

Latinx workers and businesses are projected to be disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. A Philly group wants to help by helping you eat well.

6 years ago

A view of a closed Cheesecake Factory restaurant in Cerritos, California. (Kirby Lee via AP Photo)
PlanPhilly
Money

Cheesecake Factory is getting a COVID-19 pass on rent. Should Pa. help all renters?

Many businesses in Pa. aren't paying April rent thanks to a provision common in commercial leases. Should the same protection apply to everyone?

6 years ago

City sanitation workers did not make their usual stop on this Kensington block on April 1, 2020. (Catalina Jaramillo/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

Your trash didn’t get picked up? Expect some delays in Philadelphia

Add trash pickup to your growing list of things disrupted by COVID-19. Philadelphia sanitation workers are calling out of work, creating service delays.

6 years ago

Workers on the job at 19th and Reed Streets in South Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Not gonna break my bank’: Developers say coronavirus won’t end Philly’s real estate boom

Philadelphia real estate professionals say the coronavirus pandemic is likely to cause temporary problems, but won’t derail the sector’s growth.

6 years ago

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