Architecture & Design
Supreme Court decision time, art behind bars, the SS United States
As SCOTUS justices get ready for summer break, we'll talk about the latest court decisions and preview coming rulings involving presidential immunity, the January 6 and more.
Air Date: June 26, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:27Upgrades will address aging infrastructure, HVAC issues, failing systems, limited space for programming and visitors and parking constraints.
1 year ago
A French food safety giant is building an innovation center in Philly’s Navy Yard
BioMérieux’s new 32,000-square-foot space will have offices, manufacturing and research and development, plus a warehouse.
2 years ago
Earthquake unlikely to cause much property damage in Philly, experts say
The city sits on stable ground, minimizing the potential for a significant impact.
2 years ago
‘No timeline’ to recover 4 bodies after Baltimore bridge collapse, as cleanup begins
The bodies of two construction workers who were on the bridge at the time of the crash were recovered last week, and a search is ongoing for four others.
2 years ago
In Key Bridge collapse, Baltimore lost a piece of its cultural identity
The deadly collapse of the historic bridge has shaken the city and challenged its cultural identity as a port city dating back to before the U.S. declared its independence.
2 years ago
Wagner course explores architecture and history of West Philadelphia
The course covers West Philly from its days as a separate municipality only accessible by ferry to the ongoing ripple effects of urban renewal.
2 years ago
Delaware historians are fighting to preserve historic Cooch’s Bridge site
DelDOT's decision to address the site’s deficiencies has stirred concerns among residents regarding its historic value.
2 years ago
Listen 1:41Environmental justice activists push for home repair and renewable energy money in Philly budget
Activists with Philly Thrive argue repairs help residents stay in their homes and adapt to climate change. At least one member of City Council is listening.
2 years ago
‘We’ve been waiting’: Case over control of the Germantown Y is underway
The city selected a developer to revamp the YWCA seven years ago, but the property remains vacant and crumbling. A judge could change that.
2 years ago
Philadelphia Orchestra throws Mozart a curve
The orchestra will give the hometown concert debut of a piano with an ergonomically curved keyboard.
2 years ago
Listen 1:26Philadelphia secures $158 million for Chinatown Stitch project
"We will finally be repairing a historic wrong,” said U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle.
2 years ago
Affordable housing development replaces nuisance motel in North Philly
Be a Gem Crossing offers deeply discounted rents in a neighborhood where the median household income is roughly half of the city’s.
2 years ago
Listen 1:11Why Risky Play is Important, A ‘Chinese Menu’ for Lunar New Year
More speed, more heights, more tumbling, more fun? We discuss a new study about the importance of risky play and a new playground at FDR Park that puts it to the test.
Air Date: February 15, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:47New state funding to survey possible Eakins Oval redesign
The long-discussed plans to reimagine the Benjamin Franklin Parkway moving ever-so-slightly forward.
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