Changing Communities
Treasured Wilmington art studio, drop-in center for people ‘on edges of society’ is closing
The Creative Vision Factory has been a mecca and safe haven for people struggling with mental illness, substance abuse, or homelessness, and sometimes all three.
2 weeks ago
Listen 6:062 D.C. neighborhoods hang in the balance as the Wizards and Capitals consider leaving town
The sports teams' proposed move to Virginia, as well as the WNBA's Mystics potentially moving into Capital One Arena, has stoked concern in Chinatown and Congress Heights.
2 weeks ago
Nasheli Ortiz-González and the power of creating community: ‘People have saved me’
Fashion is as much a vehicle for activism and art as community organizing is, says the new director of Taller Puertorriqueño.
3 months ago
The first exhibition, which opens Jan. 30, will be in collaboration with the Association for Public Art.
4 months ago
Listen 1:23‘Groundbreaking project’: Black Clergy of Philadelphia backs Sixers’ arena proposal
The endorsement is part of a broader effort to execute a community benefits agreement the team wants to finalize before construction starts.
5 months ago
Listen 1:11A Philly native, Gabriela Sánchez is focused on funding projects that advance social justice, equity and bilingualism.
6 months ago
Delaware’s first-ever Latinos Unidos Summit aims to empower Latino students and others
Nearly 200 Latino students will take part in the summit that’s designed to build community among young people throughout Delaware.
6 months ago
The Nanu’s brothers already planning expansion — and the region’s first all-halal food hall
From Pakistan to Brooklyn to Northeast Philly, the Rashid family sticks together and tries to give back to their community.
6 months ago
Concept phase nearly complete for Philly’s plan to cap section of I-676
The city just released three possible designs for the massive project in Chinatown.
7 months ago
Listen 1:22At Maido, it’s been 20 years of serving Japanese food, culture, and connection
The specialty shop offers a bridge not only to cuisine, but to a broader cultural community.
7 months ago
Listen 1:29The Sixers arena saga: A timeline of everything that’s happened so far
76 Devcorp is hosting public Zoom webinars this month, featuring video presentations and a highly moderated Q&A.
7 months ago
‘A chance of hope’: $50 million federal grant to boost redevelopment in Wilmington’s Riverside
Wilmington Housing Authority will use a $50 million federal grant to accelerate the Riverside development project to add more than 700 affordable homes.
8 months ago
Heat Island Effect, Roosevelt Blvd Subway, Things to Do
Philadelphia has declared a heat health emergency due to oppressive temperatures that could feel like a hundred degrees. We’ll talk about extreme heat and efforts to fight it.
Air Date: July 27, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:08Regulating Airbnbs, Sharks at the Shore, Hot Pets
Philadelphia is enforcing regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb. Other cities are also cracking down. What impact do Airbnbs have on neighborhoods and on housing?
Air Date: July 26, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:07Why We Lie, Pa. Judicial Elections, Trivia Thursday
Why do people lie? Wharton professor Maurice Schweitzer weighs in on the thrill some people get from not telling the truth. Plus, trivia and things to do.
Air Date: May 11, 2023 12:00 pm
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