Economy

PHA’s $6.3 billion plan would remake its aging housing portfolio. Its per-unit estimate, which rivals the value of many Philadelphia homes, doesn’t tell the full story.

The July 11 microbursts knocked out power, downed trees, flooded streets and basements and damaged cars and buildings.

Public Service Commission members, who approved Delmarva Power’s interim rate request, questioned the scope of its oversight authority.

The state legislature went into recess Tuesday despite the budget deadline. Republican leaders said they will pick negotiations back up after the holiday.

Sellers are less serious, and buyers can’t afford anything. Economists say it will likely take years for things to improve.

The analysis looked at six factors, including a range of taxes and the minimum wage in seven northeastern and mid-Atlantic states.

Parker blamed “billionaire tech companies” after Council rejected a $1 per-ride tax on rideshare services meant to benefit the school district.

With the nation's birthday just around the corner, will the city’s infrastructure will hold up as well as the Declaration of Independence?

The mayor spent more than 50 minutes highlighting the city’s record-low crime, neighborhood investments and workforce initiatives in his State of the City address.

We're hosting two political reporters to explore fault lines in the GOP, debates over the future of the Democratic Party, and rapidly evolving tensions abroad.

Five panelists spoke at WHYY on Thursday, exploring the opportunities and challenges the city faces as America’s 250 celebrations include a packed sports schedule in Philly.

In an uncertain economy with rising inflation, Americans are finding creative, even unorthodox ways to save money. Our experts share budgeting tips and tricks.

Customers, advocates and experts outlined the limited tools the city has to control costs during a hearing on rising utility bills.

We're diving into the top local news stories impacting Philadelphians.

A recent Brookings report found that a lack of economic coordination has led to Philly falling behind other cities and the loss of thousands of jobs.