Income Inequality
More aid is on the way for Philly renters. Here’s what you need to know to apply
The next phase of Philadelphia’s rental assistance program is set to launch by the end of March. Here are the facts you need to apply for help with rent.
5 years ago
Spotlight PA
A huge spike in Medicaid enrollment in Pa. shows how devastating the coronavirus has been
Enrollment in the program rose by more than 388,000 people, or 13.7%, including in counties that, historically, have been wealthier than some of their counterparts.
5 years ago
NPR
Groceries and rent money: Why support for COVID isolation is more important than ever
While everyone's hopes are trained on COVID-19 vaccines to lead the way out of the pandemic, public health experts say that other public health tools are still crucial.
5 years ago
NPR
CDC likely to extend eviction moratorium with millions of people behind on rent
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has taken a key step toward extending an order aimed at preventing evictions during the ongoing COVID outbreak.
5 years ago
Kensington residents share concerns about Somerset Station closure with SEPTA
In a virtual meeting, Kensington residents, city officials, and SEPTA leaders spoke about the challenges faced at the station, which will close Sunday.
5 years ago
Billy Penn
The minimum wage at all the supermarket chains in Philly
Are the folks who stock your grocery shelves making $15 an hour — or $8?
5 years ago
Philly sheriff sales to move online, sparking fears of real estate speculation
The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office will resume sales of distressed real estate next month and move all auctions online for the first time ever.
5 years ago
N.J. announces second round of rental assistance amid ongoing pandemic
State officials on Tuesday announced the second phase of the Garden State’s rental assistance program, which is funded with $353 million in federal dollars.
5 years ago
Should medical schools require a standardized test for admission?
The MCAT is supposed to gauge future success. But it can also be a financial barrier to underrepresented groups.
5 years ago
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Billy Penn
Philly vaccine map: Richer neighborhoods are getting more doses
As of early March, two-thirds of Philadelphia’s supply had gone to city residents.
5 years ago
Congress OKs $1.9T virus relief bill in win for Biden, Dems
President Joe Biden and Democrats claimed a triumph on a bill that marshals the government’s spending might against twin pandemic and economic crises.
5 years ago
Federal aid to Pa. draws GOP warning to use it for 1-time costs
On Tuesday, some lawmakers warned that the one-time sum of money should only be used for one-time costs.
5 years ago
Billy Penn
What the new stimulus means for Philly
Lawmakers in DC are close to approving funding for housing, schools, public transit, groceries, and more.
5 years ago
Advocates rally for Chesco woman facing eviction after loss of long-sought housing voucher
Manisha Divecha’s struggles to find a place to live preceded the pandemic, but advocates say her case is emblematic of a coming affordable-housing crisis.
5 years ago
Delaware lawmakers renew push for $15 minimum wage
After both of Delaware’s Democratic U.S. senators voted against adding a $15 minimum wage measure to the stimulus, local advocates are renewing their push.
5 years ago