 
                        Housing
Republican lawmakers from Pa., N.J., Va. and Md. weigh solutions to rising electricity bills
Republican lawmakers want to see faster permitting and an end to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
2 days ago
A new study finds investors are snapping up properties in neighborhoods like Germantown and Cobbs Creek — and it could change who can afford to live there.
4 days ago
Listen 1:28Studio 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 14:29The eviction order was for a previous tenant, but a state court said the landlord “weaponized” the process to remove the Murphy family.
2 weeks ago
Listen 2:26Philly estate planning program has helped 1,000 homeowners complete wills
The Will Power Program was launched in response to the city’s tangled title problem. It has largely helped Black homeowners with low incomes.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:02Advocates say a lack of shelter beds is forcing people to sleep outside. But Wilmington officials plan to limit tents to one park.
2 weeks ago
Listen 3:09Philly’s for-profit eviction system shut down a year ago. Are things any better?
After a string of shootings, the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office is now the only entity performing evictions in the city.
3 weeks ago
Philly’s low-income renters could become eligible for new rebate under proposed legislation
The bill builds on an existing state rebate program. It’s designed to help tenants living on fixed incomes.
3 weeks ago
Listen 0:56Camden officials tout $16M collaboration to provide affordable housing
The Camden Community Housing Collaborative aims to provide options for residents and people who want to move to the city.
3 weeks ago
Listen 0:53Delaware state lawmakers hold second hearing into once-in-40-year property reassessments
Kent and Sussex counties received praise for clear communication, while New Castle County was criticized for a lack of transparency.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:03Los funcionarios de la ciudad dicen que la carga fiscal recae desproporcionadamente sobre las propiedades residenciales en las zonas de menores ingresos de la ciudad.
3 weeks ago
What Philly Mayor Parker’s first housing plan budget could mean for renters and homeowners
Some advocates say the proposed H.O.M.E budget doesn't go far enough in prioritizing low-income residents.
4 weeks ago
Listen 4:56Wilmington extends property tax deadline, announces effort to reappraise poor neighborhoods
City officials say the tax burden is disproportionately falling on residential properties in the lowest-income areas of the city.
1 month ago
Listen 0:50Philly centenarians share lessons, and memories, at Simpson House celebration
The 5, all women, had been everything from choir members to welders during World War II, in their 100-plus years.
1 month ago
The measure, now moving through Philadelphia City Council, would exclude certain subsidized rental developments.
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