Income Inequality

The annual inflation rate likely eased somewhat in April, but not enough to meaningfully reduce the burden on Americans with the lowest income.

The Foundation for Delaware County’s latest round of grants will go to groups like Share Food Program, which will build Delco’s first ever designated food bank.

About 20% of homeowners are appealing after Philly’s first assessment in several years shows some big increases in property values.

Child care workers say they deserve better pay so workers don’t leave the vital profession for fast-food jobs that are paying more money.

The program announced Monday could effectively make tens of millions of households eligible for free service.

The money from the city’s Division of Housing and Community Development will help first-time buyers with a down payment or closing costs.

Borrowers who need help next year will have to take out a new loan at a new interest rate.

Authorities charged that Christopher Lukacs repeatedly filed false paperwork to justify charging higher rents than he was permitted under federal rules.

The federal rental aid program expects to distribute the rest of its money this summer. Some cities have already run out, pushing eviction filings higher than before.

The Federal Reserve is expected to approve its largest interest rate hike in more than two decades this week. Additional rate increases are likely, as the Fed tries to regain

Researchers acknowledged Monday that an analysis used by Pa. officials to argue that the state’s funding system doesn’t shortchange low-income students was flawed.

Study cites housing affordability exacerbated by COVID-19 pandemic.

"I don't know if the world really gives equal attention to black and white lives," said Tedros.

Pennsylvania's unemployment rate dropped by two-tenths of a point in March to 4.9%, another indication the state's jobs picture continues to strengthen.

With companies based in Gloucester County looking for workers, township officials are trying to improve transportation to connect people to work.