Homelessness
The Friendship House is a Wilmington community organization that helps homeless residents find stability and resources.
2 days ago
Listen 0:54The ‘One Philly Plan to End Street Homelessness’ is a partnership with Jefferson Hospital in an attempt to help thousands of homeless residents.
3 weeks ago
Listen 0:59Montco businessman commits $1M to support new Lansdale homeless shelter
Construction on the new homeless shelter in Lansdale is ongoing. Montgomery County officials are tentatively planning a ribbon cutting ceremony for February 2026.
3 weeks ago
Listen 0:59Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 12/18/2025
Ask Governor Meyer is a chance for Delawareans to hear directly from their governor and ask questions in real time.
Air Date: December 18, 2025 8:00 pm
Listen 50:58Camden County builds $22 million supportive housing complex with 60 units for unsheltered residents
The McKernan Supportive Housing Community in Blackwood is slated to open by summer 2026.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:35Los manifestantes se reunieron frente al ayuntamiento de Wilmington como parte de un movimiento para conseguir apoyo para programas que ayuden a los pobres.
1 month ago
Philly House forced to serve out of mobile kitchen this Thanksgiving, but the mission continues
Meals will be served in the parking lot at Philly House this holiday season after damage was found to the main kitchen.
1 month ago
Protesters gathered in front of Wilmington’s city hall as part of a movement to rally support for programs that help the poor.
1 month ago
Debating Trump’s approach to homelessness
The Trump administration announced significant cuts to permanent housing programs. It wants to prioritize organizations focusing on drug treatment and work initiatives.
Air Date: November 17, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:40Las autoridades de Wilmington permitirán acampar en un parque de la ciudad, pero prohibirán dormir al aire libre en todas las demás zonas de la ciudad.
2 months ago
Los defensores afirman que la falta de camas en los albergues está obligando a la gente a dormir al aire libre.
2 months ago
Wilmington officials will allow camping in one city park but ban sleeping outside in all other areas of the city.
2 months ago
Listen 0:49Studio 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 14:29Advocates say a lack of shelter beds is forcing people to sleep outside. But Wilmington officials plan to limit tents to one park.
3 months ago
Listen 3:09Philadelphia 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.
6 months ago












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