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Algunos residentes sin hogar de Wilmington
Community

“Piensan que no eres nadie”: Activistas por la vivienda afirman que las personas sin hogar de Wilmington afrontan la escasez de camas en albergues y redadas policiales.

Los defensores afirman que la falta de camas en los albergues está obligando a la gente a dormir al aire libre.

2 days ago

John Carney speaking at a podium during a press conference
Politics & Policy

‘Not right’: Wilmington mayor announces new homeless strategy, blames Philly for rise in city’s unhoused population

Wilmington officials will allow camping in one city park but ban sleeping outside in all other areas of the city.

3 days ago

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Tonya Johnson and Alibay Barkley (left) [AP Photo/Julie Jacobson], parents of Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (right) [AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr.].
Studio 2
Community

Studio 2 Extra: Eagles Saquon Barkley’s mom Tonya Johnson

Johnson talks about raising the Eagles running back and NFL star, as well as their journey to help others with the Michael Ann and Saquon Barkley Hope Foundation.

Air Date: October 24, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 14:29
Some homeless residents in Wilmington sleep in camp
Community

‘They think you’re nothing’: Housing advocates say Wilmington homeless face limited shelter beds, police sweeps

Advocates say a lack of shelter beds is forcing people to sleep outside. But Wilmington officials plan to limit tents to one park.

3 weeks ago

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Larry Krasner speaking at a podium
Courts & Law

Philadelphia man accused of assaulting 6 people as they slept on city streets

The six victims were sleeping outside the Pennsylvania Convention Center on July 4 when they were attacked.

3 months ago

Exterior of an office building downtown
Community
Billy Penn

The Urban Affairs Coalition is in a legal battle with a subcontractor who alleges financial mismanagement

The prominent Philly nonprofit turned a blind eye to pilfered funds, a tech worker contends. The nonprofit has sued her for defamation.

4 months ago

The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

‘Second chance’: Delaware lawmakers consider legislation allowing evictions to be purged from people’s records

Under the bill, once an eviction is shielded from a person’s record, they can act as if there had never been an action filed against them.

4 months ago

St. Joseph’s Family Hope Center
Community

‘Backstabbed and betrayed’: Brookhaven to terminate lease of one of Delco’s only family shelters

Brookhaven is asking Saint Joseph’s Family Hope Center, one of only two family shelters in Delaware County, to vacate the premises.

5 months ago

Listen 0:58
School District of Philadelphia building
Education
Billy Penn

For students experiencing homelessness, there are challenges — and help

Recent data shows an increase in students experiencing homelessness in Philly. One group is working to address the issue.

5 months ago

Rowhomes in Norristown, Pa.
Urban Planning

Montgomery County clears hurdle for new Norristown homeless shelter

The Norristown Zoning Hearing Board approved the county’s zoning variance request for a shelter on DeKalb Street that will provide wraparound services to up to 50 people.

6 months ago

Listen 0:56
Instagram/Joshua Santiago/empoweringcuts_
Studio 2
Community

Studio 2 Extra: Haircuts for the homeless

Empowering Cuts is a nonprofit that serves up free haircuts ...

Air Date: April 25, 2025 11:00 am

Listen 11:35
Homes near downtown Wilmington.
Money

Regulations on short-term rentals or rent control could help solve Wilmington’s affordable housing crisis, advocates say

Short-term rentals in Wilmington are in the crosshairs as city officials work to solve the affordable housing crisis.

7 months ago

LONG BRIGHT RIVER --
Studio 2
Community

‘Long Bright River’ series shines spotlight on Kensington

The show is based on author Liz Moore’s bestselling novel about a beat cop’s search for a murderer and her sister in Kensington amidst the opioid crisis.

Air Date: March 12, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 52:02
outside Pottstown Borough Hall
Community

Montco commissioners approve new emergency shelter option in Pottstown

According to officials, Pottstown has one of the highest percentages of homelessness in the county. The shelter could reduce homelessness in the area by up to 75%.

9 months ago

Listen 1:05
Five people sit while one speaks
Community

Pottstown homeless shelter plans inch closer to finalization

If the 45-bed homeless shelter gets the approval of the planning commission, Pottstown Borough Council would have the last say.

10 months ago

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