
Housing
"These disparities hurt all Philadelphians and likely impact my constituents disproportionately,” the Point Breeze councilman said.
7 years ago
‘Just cause’ eviction bill clears City Council committee
On Tuesday, a bill intended to protect renters from being evicted without “good cause” moved one step closer to a vote by City Council.
7 years ago
How segregation leads to health disparities
In Chicago, one doctor traces the health disparities between white and black residents to the neighborhoods where they live.
7 years ago
Listen 7:00New partnership makes way for affordable housing in Wilmington
Vacant houses in Wilmington were demolished Monday to make way for affordable housing for first-time homeowners.
7 years ago
Aging Holocaust survivors need help maintaining homes they can’t bear to leave
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is seeking support to help survivors stay safely and comfortably in their homes.
7 years ago
Listen 3:42Most Philadelphia neighborhoods still haven’t recovered from the recession
Despite a recent building boom, Philadelphia’s housing market has not recovered from the Great Recession, especially outside Center City.
7 years ago
The ‘Batman of Norristown’ creates opportunity in his hometown
It began two years ago when Lenny Bazemore bought his best friend's house in Norristown, Pa. and donated it to Habitat for Humanity.
7 years ago