Income Inequality
Lawsuit challenges SEPTA cuts over impact on minority and low-income riders
The lawsuit was filed by local attorney George Bochetto, who previously fought the removal of the Christopher Columbus statue in Marconi Plaza.
4 months ago
Listen 1:29The two-term progressive district attorney said it was “no surprise” that the president was targeting the policy, given Trump’s ability to post bail during his felony trial.
4 months ago
Delawareans could soon start feeling the impact of federal budget cuts to SNAP and Medicaid programs.
5 months ago
Listen 1:01Delaware lawmakers passed legislation increasing DMV fees, leading some to argue it will make it harder to afford a car.
6 months ago
Listen 1:05A Philadelphia project hopes to harness the legal system to put negligent landlords on notice
The pilot is designed to help low-income renters whose homes need noncosmetic repairs.
7 months ago
Listen 4:16Philly’s ‘Power Up Tour’ focuses on digital equity, device access around city
The program is giving away 500 laptops to those in need. It’s just one initiative the city is using to promote digital equity.
7 months ago
Tiny homes in Georgetown, Delaware aim to redefine ‘affordability’
A 20-home project is just the beginning. The Little Living housing effort is expanding, with eyes set on Milford.
7 months ago
Listen 1:23Thieves are able to steal public assistance funds on the state-issued cards because they lack security features credit and debit cards have.
7 months ago
Listen 3:47The mayor wants Council to adopt her Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative in tandem with the city’s next budget. Lawmakers will put their $.02 in before that happens.
7 months ago
Philly City Council weighs zoning tweak for ‘Turn the Key’ projects
The legislation is designed to make it easier for developers to build homes in certain sections of the city.
8 months ago
Some Philadelphia residents could lose water access as annual shutoff moratorium comes to a close
About 4,500 Philadelphia residents could lose access to their water, according to city officials — an 80% drop in potential water shutoffs compared to pre-pandemic times.
9 months ago
Montgomery County releases Community Health Assessment report
The results and ongoing conversations will inform county officials’ work on a Community Health Improvement Plan.
9 months ago
Listen 0:48A new study highlights growing concerns as students face rising costs, limited on-campus options and increasing financial strain.
10 months ago
Listen 1:45‘A slap in the face’: Philly metro named among the country’s ‘least affordable’ for renters
The city is still more affordable than other big cities. But it’s become increasingly more expensive for the average resident.
10 months ago
Listen 1:02Americans are furious over health care. Is this an Occupy Wall Street moment?
The public outrage unleashed by the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO echoes the anti-banking fury after the financial crisis.
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