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Business

Passers-by walk past a hiring sign as they enter a Target retail store location, Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, in Westwood, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Community

U.S. layoffs remain elevated as incomes and spending weaken

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits declined last week to a still-high 837,000.

5 years ago

A block of Sansom Street in Center City is closed to traffic for outdoor dining on Sept. 9.
Courts & Law

Appeals court allows Pennsylvania to restrict crowd size

The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said the administration of Gov. Tom Wolf may once again enforce size limits on gatherings while it appeals the lower court order.

5 years ago

Gabi restaurant in Philadelphia
Community
Billy Penn

Indoor dining in Philly increases to 50% capacity: 10 things to know

No more than four per table, and no bar seating.

5 years ago

A customer walks through the Penrose Diner after eating indoors during the coronavirus, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, in Philadelphia. (Matt Slocum / AP Photo)
Community

Survey finds Pa. business owners adapting to COVID-19 pandemic changes despite economic concern

Businesses are starting to recover from pandemic-related layoffs and economic activity, according to a new survey from PNC.

5 years ago

A protest outside of the Shop-Vac Corp. headquarters in Williamsport, Pa., on Monday, September 28. It was organized through the ‘Shop Vac Together We Are Strong’ Facebook page.” (Provided by Candice Gair)
Keystone Crossroads
Community

Williamsport-based Shop-Vac blames 400+ layoffs on COVID-19. Workers say that’s not true

Those familiar with Shop-Vac’s finances say the pandemic is being used to justify rapid liquidation and over 400 layoffs in Lycoming County.

5 years ago

A mobile phone screen displays
NPR
Courts & Law

US judge halts Trump’s TikTok ban, hours before it was set to start

The decision grants TikTok a short-term reprieve, but the wildly popular app's fate still faces an extraordinary amount of uncertainty.

5 years ago

The Triple Bottom team celebrates one year in business
Community
Billy Penn

How Philly’s new woman-owned brewery rekindled hope, despite 2020

Triple Bottom Brewing’s first year was cut in half by the coronavirus, but the business — and its mission — have survived.

5 years ago

Politics & Policy

Tired Hands brewery tells how to cast a ballot with ‘I Voted Today’ beer

During the election run-up, the Ardmore brewing company’s American pale ale features a label that doubles as a sticker you can peel off and wear.

5 years ago

Listen 1:35
Small businesses on Baltimore Avenue
PlanPhilly
Community
Eyes on the Street

2020 is killing small businesses. Philly won’t recover if we let them die

There are things the city can do to support struggling small businesses — and keep Philadelphia from falling deeper into poverty.

5 years ago

Philly kids practice gaming at Pro Am Live while learning about the esports industry OMM PRODUCTIONS / COURTESY EDWARD KINNIBREW
Community
Billy Penn

As Philly becomes a hub for the $1.1 billion esports industry, can these founders close the racial gap?

A tournament venue on North Broad, a giant gaming center in Bucks and a build-your-own PC program all have goals to diversify the pipeline.

5 years ago

Apples at a farmers market
Health
Billy Penn

Philly relaxes rules at farmers markets to make outdoor shopping easier

You can now pick your own produce when you visit the stands.

5 years ago

Derwood Selby opened an outdoor market on Parrish Street near Corinthian Avenue in the Francisville section of Philadelphia, selling fresh produce and his signature olive oils and balsamic vinaigrettes.(Emma Lee/WHYY)
Keystone Crossroads
Money

‘Pandemic entrepreneurs’ create a surge of new businesses nationally and in Pa.

Applications to start new businesses have surged significantly above normal in the last few months, a trend higher so far than what occurred following the Great Recession.

5 years ago

Listen 4:43
TikTok and WeChat apps
Courts & Law

Judge agrees to delay US gov’t restrictions on WeChat

WeChat users had argued the moves targeting the all-in-one app with instant messaging, social media and other communication tools would restrict free speech.

5 years ago

2nd Street in Old City in July
Lifestyle
Billy Penn

11 different Philly streets swap cars for outdoor dining this weekend

If you follow all the safety rules and wear a comfy sweater, it’s the perfect time for an open-air meal.

5 years ago

Reep. Andy Kim, D-N.J., speaks during a House Small Business Committee hearing
NPR
Politics & Policy

Nation’s largest business lobby backs vulnerable Democrats for reelection

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has endorsed 30 House Democrats for reelection, the highest number of Democrats to earn the business lobby's support in at least a decade.

5 years ago

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