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Science

New Jersey modifies proposed building elevation rules along the shore by 1 foot due to new science

The state’s latest proposal would require new buildings in coastal flood zones be elevated an additional 4 feet, rather than 5 feet.

7 days ago

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Urban Planning

Comcast and Sixers ownership just invested nearly $60M in Philly’s Market East corridor. Here’s what to know

The acquisitions were finalized at the end of last month. They are part of a renewed commitment to overhaul the struggling stretch.

2 weeks ago

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Urban Planning

Independence National Historical Park and its demolished history: What you need to know

Independence National Historical Park hosts some of the nation’s preeminent places of history. But what was the area like before the park was established in 1949?

2 weeks ago

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Historic Wetherill Mansion in Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square damaged by fire

One firefighter was taken to the hospital to be treated for heat exhaustion.

2 weeks ago

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Urban Planning

Philly residents, design experts bash latest proposal to replace Hoa Binh Plaza

OCF Realty is again trying to redevelop 1601 Washington Ave. as part of a broader movement away from the corridor’s industrial heritage.

3 weeks ago

Trenton Mayor Reed Gusciora speaks with New Jersey Economic Development Authority CEO Tim Sullivan inside the Roebling Wire Works building
Urban Planning

Trenton’s shuttered Roebling Wire Works building is getting a new lease on life

Thanks to a $7 million grant, the shuttered New Jersey factory will be rehabbed to become a new civic center.

1 month ago

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During the MOVE bombing in Philadelphia on May 13, 1985, a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter, flown by Philadelphia Police Department aviators, was used to drop an explosive device on the MOVE house.
Community

Editor’s Note: WHYY News uncovers exclusive source and new insight on MOVE bombing 40th anniversary

On that fateful day, a helicopter pilot urged the city, "you don't have to drop the bomb" on MOVE’s West Philly home. His warning went unheard, until now.

2 months ago

Dock at the Wilmington port
Urban Planning

Questions arise over progress of $635 million Wilmington port project after Gov. Meyer’s office provides few details

Meyer’s cabinet secretaries skipped a port expansion task force meeting for a second month in a row and required questions in writing.

2 months ago

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FILE - In this photo taken from the window of an American Airlines aircraft, the Air Traffic control tower at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is shown, June 7, 2021, in Arlington, Va. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)
Studio 2
Science

Is air traffic out of control?

Newark airport had thousands of delays and cancellations due to air traffic control blackouts. DOT Sec. Sean Duffy says FAA needs major upgrades and efforts to recruit staff.

Air Date: May 15, 2025 12:00 pm

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A person walks on a flooded street
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Trump administration’s AmeriCorps cuts delay storm recovery projects for Philly homeowners

A group of young volunteers was working to repair several Philly-area homes when the Trump administration halted their work a week early.

3 months ago

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Kelvin A. Jeremia looks on
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia Housing Authority to preserve and build 20K affordable units under new ‘Opening Doors’ initiative

The $6.3 billion plan is designed to help address Philadelphia's deepening affordable housing crisis.

3 months ago

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Urban Planning

Without interest from Penn, St. Joe’s nears sale of first properties on USciences campus

Developments have been proposed for three outlier sites. But some speculate that one of Philly’s “eds and meds” heavyweights could still enter the mix.

4 months ago

view of the Ben Franklin Bridge from the river
Urban Planning

NTSB report: Bridges connecting N.J., Philly need to review ship strike safety standards. DRPA says they are all very safe

New report recommends four bridges connecting N.J. and Philly should have safety standards checked. The DRPA says the root problem is how large ships operate.

4 months ago

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30th Street Station in Philadelphia.
Community
6abc

Overheated cables cause underground fire, blackout in Philadelphia’s University City section

Underground cables overheated and caught fire, causing a manhole cover to explode, cutting power for two blocks.

4 months ago

Lead pipes
Science

Estudio de la Universidad de Delaware encuentra 2,000 tuberías de plomo de un siglo de antigüedad en Wilmington. ¿Qué pasará a continuación?

El estudio está ayudando a dar forma al plan de Wilmington para reemplazar las viejas tuberías.

4 months ago

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