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A photo of the Philadelphia skyline taken in October, 2021
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Politics & Policy

The 2023 climate voter’s guide: Where do Philly mayoral candidates stand on the issues?

From the future of PGW to tackling trash, here are the candidates’ plans.

2 years ago

Listen 6:19
Philadelphia's Chinatown neighborhood is seen at 10th and Cuthbert streets
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Urban Planning

Could a Sixers arena ‘completely transform’ Market East?

Real estate experts say the struggling stretch of Philly needs more investment. But opponents worry the project will destroy an irreplaceable neighborhood.

2 years ago

Listen 6:11
Kimora Jackson speaks at a podium in front of a presentation.
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Science

My Climate Story: Philadelphia students present environmental problems and solutions at WHYY

Inside WHYY, students from eight area schools listened as their peers shared presentations, spoken word, and projects about the climate in Greater Philadelphia and beyond.

2 years ago

Listen 1:51
Flooding is visible in an area where there are benches under trees.
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Science

Flooding at FDR Park lake renews criticism of renovation

Advocates worry the recent removal of tide gates at FDR Park hurt trees. Experts say it depends on the species and on how long they’re inundated.

2 years ago

A black-and-white photo of people overlooking a sewage plant.
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Community

Sam Baxter: The complex legacy of the man behind the water treatment plant

Philadelphia's first water commissioner transformed the city's drinking water system but "was no saint.”

2 years ago

Listen 2:08
Jimmy DeLeon, Allan Domb, Helen Gym, and Rebecca Rhynhart sit in a row at a table.
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Politics & Policy

Philly mayoral candidates talk affordable housing and development

The forum in Center City focused on how to preserve and grow the city’s limited supply of affordable housing.

2 years ago

University City Townhomes
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Community

Philly reaches deal with property owner over the future of UC Townhomes

The settlement will bring new affordable housing to the site and provide money to displaced residents.

2 years ago

A panel of South Philly residents and activists kick off a day-long summit on the redevelopment of the former PES refinery
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Urban Planning

Philadelphians envision a ‘fossil fuel-free’ refinery redo at community summit

The company redeveloping the former PES refinery site has promised a “green, sustainable” project, but residents want more specific commitments.

2 years ago

An overhead view of Philadelphia City Council chambers.
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Politics & Policy

Philadelphia City Council to investigate city’s preparedness for drinking water threats

Council authorized hearings on Philadelphia’s emergency management practices for drinking water threats after a March chemical spill triggered a bottled water advisory.

2 years ago

An aerial view of a junkyard fire.
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Community

No unsafe levels of toxic chemicals found in air near Hunting Park junkyard fire, city says

Philly’s air monitors did not detect a rise in unhealthy particulate pollution during Wednesday’s fire, officials say, but the closest monitor is two miles away.

2 years ago

Protesters gather in a parking lot at the Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery office on Passayunk Avenue in South Philadelphia on Feb. 9, 2020. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
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Community

Philly Thrive summit to spotlight South Philadelphia refinery redevelopment

Saturday’s event features a candidate forum, a play written by teens, and workshops on gentrification and jobs.

2 years ago

Listen 1:08
Vacant lot in South Philly.
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Urban Planning

Philly mayoral candidates target vacant land for affordable housing

Philly already disposes of city-owned land for affordable housing projects. But making this campaign plank a scalable solution presents obstacles for Philly’s next mayor.

2 years ago

Front of Old PECO Building
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Education

‘A dream come true’: YouthBuild Philly celebrates permanent home for public charter school

The established charter school is refurbishing a former PECO building to continue assisting young adults with obtaining high school diplomas and workforce training.

3 years ago

An up-close view of a bike that has a tag on it.
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Urban Planning

This spring cleanup, Philly is removing abandoned bikes across the city

As part of the Philly Spring Cleanup program on Saturday, April 15, the city is getting ready to remove dozens of abandoned bikes.

3 years ago

Listen 2:00
The Samuel S. Baxter Water Treatment Plant on State Road in Philadelphia, Pa.
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Community

Philly Water Department confirms water continues to test clean

Over a week after a chemical spill threatened to pollute Philly’s drinking water, the city confirms the chemicals have not been found in the water.

3 years ago

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