Income Inequality

The group of council members vows to help address issues like homelessness and drug abuse in the Kensington and Harrowgate areas.

Residents say SBG Management Services has ignored their requests to fix up Oak Lane Court Apartments. The company says they’re lying.

After a year of discussion and planning, the Delaware County Housing Coalition presented a series of recommendations for the county to undertake.

A new Harvard analysis finds people across income levels got squeezed by rent hikes during the pandemic.

The action comes ahead of anti-retaliation legislation expected to be introduced by prime sponsor Councilmember Kendra Brooks this term.

Philly Council returns with most members having served one term or less, a new leadership structure and many new ideas.

These private security hires currently do not need any special training to work.

Today, the fourth community response addressed the health outcomes of substance abuse, highlighting housing as a common concern.

Nearly 60% of youth identified as “homeless” have experienced foster care, abuse or domestic violence, experts say.

The legislature must reauthorize a law that shields people from winter utility shut-offs before the end of the year.

The new space features expanded cold storage, a pantry, classrooms and a cafe.

During an interview with WHYY News on MLK's legacy in education, Superintendent Watlington discusses what challenges the district currently faces.

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.

“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.

The prevalence of poverty in Philadelphia led to a phrase that may have reached its shelf life as a useful advocacy tool.