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Politics & Policy

‘We’ll let the courts decide’: Delaware counties react to legislation that would override local zoning rules on marijuana stores

Some localities in Delaware have banned retail marijuana stores completely while others have enacted strict limitations on site locations.

1 year ago

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PlanPhilly
Money

Trump executive order may wipe out community financing in Philly and beyond

The Community Development Financial Institutions Fund was created to fill in the credit gap for low income entrepreneurs but without federal support the system could collapse.

1 year ago

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Arts & Entertainment

‘A keepsake for your memories’: Organ concert marks the end of Macy’s era at the Wanamaker Building

“This will be the last day we hear the instrument in the space that it was designed for,” one visitor said.

1 year ago

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Community

The end of Macy’s closes the chapter on the Wanamaker Building. A look back at a Philly landmark

The building at 13th and Market streets has been a department store for 149 years. The legacy of Philly’s proud retail history is scattered around the city.

1 year ago

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Health

A civil lawsuit in Delco threatens to upend Crozer’s sale

A Delaware County judge ruled in favor of a civil lawsuit seeking to block the Foundation of Delaware County from giving money to Crozer’s parent company.

1 year ago

State Capitol building
Politics & Policy

‘Shakedown’: Controversial legislation changing Delaware corporate law passes state Senate with no debate

Supporters of the legislation say changes are needed to ensure companies have clarity and predictability in Delaware’s corporate franchise.

1 year ago

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Community

SPS Technologies in Jenkintown lays off 250 employees following four-alarm blaze

Montgomery County Commissioner Neil Makhija wrote to Berkshire Hathaway Chairman and CEO Warren Buffet asking for expanded severance packages for SPS employees.

1 year ago

Wawa CEO Chris Gheysens speaks to a number of other CEOs on a stage at West Chester University
Money

Philly-area CEOs challenged by economic uncertainty. Here’s how they’re managing it

Some top leaders say they are relying on strategies they used during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to manage the current economic uncertainties.

1 year ago

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Mayor Cherelle Parker enters council chambers
PlanPhilly
Money

Philly Mayor Parker’s budget proposes city wage and business tax cuts

Mayor Cherelle Parker said it’s about balancing the city’s books during a time of financial uncertainty while offering some relief to businesses.

1 year ago

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Demonstrators rally in support of federal workers
Courts & Law

Judge orders Trump to rehire probationary workers let go in mass firings across multiple agencies

A federal judge said that the terminations were directed by the Office of Personnel Management and its acting director, Charles Ezell, who lacked the authority to do so.

1 year ago

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Community

‘Bankrupt’ Delaware recreational marijuana license holders express frustration over delay in start of retail sales, zoning obstacles

Delaware legalized adult-use of cannabis in 2023. Sales were expected to start this spring, but delays in fingerprint checks are worrying advocates.

1 year ago

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

How the pandemic changed us

On the 5-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, we reflect on how the pandemic reshaped our personal lives, communities and democracy.

Air Date: March 11, 2025 12:00 pm

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Money

How Fishtown Seafood is navigating Trump’s on-again, off-again tariffs on Canadian goods

With three retail and wholesale locations in Philadelphia and Haddonfield, New Jersey, Fishtown Seafood's products include oysters — and 60% to 70% come from Canada.

1 year ago

Susano Cordoba, right, sells peanuts to truck drivers
Politics & Policy

What to know about Trump’s tariffs and their impact on businesses and shoppers

President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico went into effect Tuesday, along with a heightened 20% levy on Chinese goods.

1 year ago

Philip Fitzgerald smiles
Community

Philadelphia Foundation hires its first chief impact officer

Philip Fitzgerald, the nonprofit organization’s new chief impact officer, will focus on economic mobility, community safety and youth development.

1 year ago

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