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Planet Money is on a quest to explain the economy with playful storytelling and deep dive, roll up your sleeves journalism. How I Built This host Guy Raz talks to entrepreneurs and idealists who take us through the often challenging journeys they took to build their businesses.

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Billy Penn

Port Richmond neighbors raise $20,000 for residents impacted by New Year’s Day gas explosion

Many are still struggling with repairs and others have reported break-ins. Civic association leaders say the city has provided little coordinated response.

2 years ago

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Community

Underground mines are unlikely to blame for a deadly house explosion in Pennsylvania, state says

The state is looking for potential sources of combustible natural gas such as landfills, sewer lines, wells, pipelines and coal mines.

2 years ago

Flower pots adorn the front of some new homes on Bennett Street.
Community

Building bridges to security: Delaware’s HOSS program fights housing instability

The Housing Outreach and Stability Services program addresses housing instability by partnering with local organizations, offering case management and community outreach.

2 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphians could get millions of dollars in home repairs tied to Hurricane Ida flooding

Philadelphia got over $163 million in federal recovery money tied to Ida. The city plans to spend nearly a third of it to improve housing.

2 years ago

House on fire after explosion
Community

Sixth person dies from injuries suffered in Pennsylvania house explosion

Paul Oravitz, 56, who had severe burns over most of his body, died Wednesday in a Pittsburgh hospital, four days after the explosion in Plum.

2 years ago

House on fire after explosion
Community

Homeowners were having issues with hot water tank before deadly blast in Pennsylvania, officials say

The cause of the blast that killed five people — including two municipal officials — remains under investigation.

2 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Science

Solarize Philly plans to help put solar panels on hundreds more Philly roofs by 2026

The Philadelphia Energy Authority released a Request for Proposals Monday that could see 750 low- to moderate-income households get solar panels installed on their roofs.

2 years ago

Rowhouses in Philly
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A free program in Philly continues to limit the number of eviction filings in the city

The Eviction Diversion Program started as a temporary initiative to keep rental disputes out of court. Three years on, it’s having a lasting impact few cities have realized.

2 years ago

Listen 1:29
home repairs happening
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Pa.’s Whole-Home Repairs money is in limbo despite Shapiro’s budget signature

The popular home repairs program is on a list of spending initiatives a state budget official has said need additional legislation.

2 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Report: First-time homebuyers in Philly area need to make more to afford a starter home

High mortgage rates, overvalued homes, and low inventory continue to hurt renters looking to enter the housing market.

2 years ago

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A group of people gathered together cut a ribbon
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Community

‘A beacon of equity’: New Project HOME development marks a new milestone

The Inn of the Amazing Mercy will provide short-term and permanent supportive housing to more than 60 residents.

2 years ago

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police officers standing outside of a home
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Philly landlord-tenant officer expected to resume evictions ‘within weeks,’ sources say

Marisa Shuter had agreed to temporarily stop performing evictions after a string of shootings involving her deputies.

2 years ago

An unused brick building labeled
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Urban Planning

Strawberry Mansion housing development part of master plan rooted in health and wellness

The Diamond Preventative Health Hub will also be home to 10,000 square feet of commercial space.

2 years ago

Community members and government leaders receiving the $50 million grant from the U.S. Development of Housing and Urban Development.
Community

‘A chance of hope’: $50 million federal grant to boost redevelopment in Wilmington’s Riverside

Wilmington Housing Authority will use a $50 million federal grant to accelerate the Riverside development project to add more than 700 affordable homes.

2 years ago

Mike Ramsey in front of his house.
Community

‘It shouldn’t be this difficult’: Pa. homeowners desperate as mortgage aid struggles drag on

Pa. promised fixes for a troubled mortgage relief program. Months later, problems persist, new challenges have emerged, and thousands of homeowners are still waiting for help.

2 years ago

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