Income Inequality
Philly eviction contractors may need licenses to perform lockouts
These private security hires currently do not need any special training to work.
3 months ago
Listen 1:12Delaware groups work to connect the dots between substance use and homelessness
Today, the fourth community response addressed the health outcomes of substance abuse, highlighting housing as a common concern.
3 months ago
Foster care experience, childhood abuse and trauma can affect housing stability, experts say
Nearly 60% of youth identified as “homeless” have experienced foster care, abuse or domestic violence, experts say.
3 months ago
Listen 2:37Utility shut-off protections in Pa. would be expanded to summer months under bill
The legislature must reauthorize a law that shields people from winter utility shut-offs before the end of the year.
3 months ago
The new space features expanded cold storage, a pantry, classrooms and a cafe.
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Listen 1:03During an interview with WHYY News on MLK's legacy in education, Superintendent Watlington discusses what challenges the district currently faces.
3 months ago
Listen 1:39Biden returns to Philly food bank for MLK Jr. Day volunteering
President Biden helped workers at Philabundance pack food for those in need. It’s the third time he’s volunteered at the Philly food bank.
3 months ago
Listen 1:02Summer EBT program expands food assistance to students across the Delaware Valley
“The people we serve talk about having more month than money,” said Philabundance CEO, as USDA moves to make summer EBT program a permanent fixture.
3 months ago
Philadelphia is ‘America’s poorest big city.’ Here’s what that actually means
The prevalence of poverty in Philadelphia led to a phrase that may have reached its shelf life as a useful advocacy tool.
4 months ago
Listen 4:25WIC helps moms and kids eat. But finding what you need isn’t always easy
Some states are working to expand access after vendors left due to changes in the WIC program or pandemic-related store closures.
4 months ago
As New Jersey lawmakers kick off 2024, advocates are looking for some economic relief
New Jersey is often singled out for having the highest property taxes in the nation, as well as a high cost of living.
4 months ago
Listen 1:05Homelessness in the Philly region, by the numbers
Of people who experience homelessness in Philly, more than 17% are children under the age of 18, and over 8% are youth ages 18 to 24.
4 months ago
Delaware officials are making efforts to address youth homelessness. But for many experiencing housing insecurity, the efforts fall short.
4 months ago
Listen 4:11How is New Jersey’s poorest county tackling homelessness?
The mostly rural county in South Jersey has only one shelter, but officials and advocates are working together to address the issue.
4 months ago
Listen 5:161 year later, Upper Darby’s pet-friendly homeless shelter remains a lifeline
The shelter is also exceeding its own expectations for finding people permanent housing.
4 months ago
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