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Students from Southwest Leadership Academy are seen in this 2019 file photo navigating a sidewalk near the school congested with wrecked cars and debris associated with two auto repair shops on the block. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly neighborhoods plagued by illegal auto work could find relief in City Council bills

The legislation comes as a reaction to the proliferation of vehicle repair work and sales on city streets and sidewalks.

5 years ago

Cars and trucks parked in the bike lanes on Spruce and Pine streets force cyclists to take risky dodges into traffic.
PlanPhilly
Community

Philadelphia Parking Authority to start patrolling bike lanes for illegally parked cars

The Philadelphia Parking Authority approved a proposal to put five enforcement officers on bikes to ticket drivers parked illegally in bike lanes.

5 years ago

I-676 is filled with floodwater in the wake of Hurricane Ida in 2021.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Citing climate change, Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission board member abstains from vote on agency plan

The former chair of the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission board abstained from a vote on the agency’s long-term plan citing climate change.

5 years ago

(Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy
Eyes on the Street

Biden’s infrastructure plan would help Philly fulfill clean water promise

Southeastern Pa. has a clean water crisis brewing. Biden’s infrastructure bill could help.

5 years ago

Police stop traffic on Broad Street
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

With hard-won support of Philly’s top cop, bill to ban minor traffic stops moves ahead

A bill that would ban police enforcement of certain vehicle stops that disproportionately affect Black drivers moved forward Wednesday after months of debate.

5 years ago

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney posed with delegates from FIFA and United States Soccer at Lincoln Financial Field on September 22, 2021. Philadelphia is a candidate city to host the 2026 World Cup. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

World Cup 2026: Philly’s ‘passion’ and natural turf earn points from FIFA

International soccer evaluators came to Philadelphia to review the bid the city has made to host World Cup matches in 2026.

5 years ago

Hank Willis Thomas's ''All Power to All People'' stands 28 feet tall and weighs 24,000lbs. It is installed in Eakins Oval as part of the Monumental Tour, made up of four large sculptures installed in celebrated public places
PlanPhilly
Arts & Entertainment

Traveling ‘Monumental Tour’ brings art to four iconic Philly spots

The pieces that make up the “Monumental Tour” have rotated through New York City, Atlanta, Chicago, and other cities.

5 years ago

Philadelphia City Commissioner Al Schmidt wears a mask while sitting at a table
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly Republican folk hero Al Schmidt is shaking up politics as usual at the PPA

The Philadelphia Parking Authority could vote as soon as next month to limit workers from taking on jobs like Ward Leader and Committee member posts.

5 years ago

File photo: Beth Grossman announcing a run for DA in 2017. (Lindsay Lazarski/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly Parking Authority’s new chair comes with past in GOP politics

The new PPA board chair lost to DA Larry Krasner in 2017.

5 years ago

Philadelphia City Council President Darrell Clarke. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly Council president moves to limit affordable housing zoning bonus in his district

Council President Darrell Clarke aims to reduce use of a policy that gives the right to construct larger buildings in exchange for funding affordable units.

5 years ago

Mark ‘Maestro Flaco’ Best dances with Lana Corrales at Siempre Salsa’s free lunch time dance lesson at LOVE Park in Center City Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

‘Good for the soul’: Salsa pros offer lunchtime dance lessons at Love Park

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Siempre Salsa Philly is leading a Latin dance lunch break every Thursday at the park across from City Hall.

5 years ago

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Customers line up outside the Primark store on Market Street. The line to get in to the grand opening of this latest addition to the Fashion District stretched around the block. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

After a grim 2020, Philly Fashion District welcomes a fast-fashion giant

Primark is known for its affordable, stylish offerings. Can the Irish retailer help Philadelphia Fashion District turn around after a terrible year?

5 years ago

Ken Steif (Courtesy of Steif family)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Remembering Ken Steif, an urban planner who used data to make cities more just

The University of Pennsylvania professor, R&B-lover, neighborhood advocate, and beloved husband and father passed away after a battle with cancer.

5 years ago

Two young men walk past a rehab project in Strawberry Mansion, in 2018.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Council President Darrell Clarke to introduce overhaul of Philly Zoning Board

Clarke wants to give City Council more power over neighborhood development after a series of zoning decisions that he believed favored developers.

5 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline is seen from the Market Frankford platform at 63rd Street
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA spent $7 million on McKinsey consulting contract amid COVID fiscal crisis

Nearly one year and thousands of work hours after the regional transit agency started work with McKinsey, the $7 million initiative is under review.

5 years ago

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