
Economic Development
Could Philly’s mayor-elect run the city like Gov. Shapiro leads the state?
Philly’s business owners say they want a city government that’s willing to make it easier for economic development by streamlining licensing and permitting processes.
1 year ago
Listen 6:24El próximo alcalde de Filadelfia supervisará los preparativos para el crucial año 2026
Los principales eventos que se celebrarán en Filadelfia en 2026 podrían ser transformadores. Todo sucede bajo la presidencia del próximo alcalde.
1 year ago
Esta calle del norte de Filadelfia tiene más de 50 pequeñas empresas, pero ningún banco a la vista
Para algunos pequeños empresarios de Filadelfia, los problemas de seguridad pública han cambiado el corredor comercial de la peor forma.
1 year ago
هذا الشارع في شمال فيلادلفيا يضم أكثر من 50 منشأة تجارية صغيرة، ولكن لا يوجد أي بنوك في الأفق.
بالنسبة لبعض أصحاب الأعمال الصغيرة في فيلادلفيا، أثرت مشكلات السلامة العامة على الممر التجاري بأسوأ طريقة ممكنة.
1 year ago
Philly business leaders say the next mayor needs to tackle public safety, jobs, and social equity
Philadelphia will soon have a new mayor. Here’s what local business leaders say they want the next leader to prioritize.
1 year ago
Listen 1:36Philly’s next mayor will oversee preparations for the pivotal year 2026
The major events landing in Philly in 2026 could be transformative. It all happens on the next mayor’s watch.
1 year ago
Listen 3:07This North Philly street has more than 50 small businesses, but zero banks in sight
For some small business owners in Philadelphia, public safety issues have changed the commercial corridor in the worst way.
1 year ago
Listen 2:10Effort to revitalize southeastern Wilmington highlighted in ‘Opportunity LIVES Here’ project
Plans to transform Wilmington's southeastern side offer hope of economic improvements for the community.
1 year ago
Listen 1:21The project just marked a milestone with its second tower. Developers say it won’t harm the local community.
1 year ago
‘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.
2 years ago
Listen 1:11‘Focused on growth’: Philly workshop offers Black entrepreneurs tips on expanding their businesses
The one-day intensive hosted by Mom Your Business included panels, networking, and technical support.
2 years ago
Rep. Madeleine Dean on Ousted House Speaker, NFL Champion Malcolm Jenkins
Pa. Congresswoman Madeleine Dean on the House speaker's removal and Super Bowl champ and former Eagles Malcolm Jenkins on his memoir.
Air Date: October 4, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:16A program that’s helped launch nearly 800 Delaware entrepreneurs gets financial boost
West End Neighborhood House’s Launcher program is getting $300,000 to add classes and expand entrepreneurship, job creation, and economic growth.
2 years ago
Southwest Philly recreation center to receive $25 million makeover
The Kingsessing playground will receive a complete redo, including an athletic field, a new HVAC system, and ADA-compliant equipment.
2 years ago