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Infrastructure

Clockwise from left: Pedestrians cross 10th Street in the Chinatown neighborhood of Philadelphia on July 22, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke), Philadelphia 76ers mascot Franklin in 2023 (AP Photo/Chris Szagola), 9th and Market Streets (Philadelphia Fashion District), Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid, left, and Boston Celtics' Robert Williams III. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Studio 2

Debating the 76ers Arena Proposal

The $1.3 billion plan for a new Sixers arena has been embraced by some, but met with a ton of opposition from residents of Chinatown and surrounding neighborhoods downtown.

Air Date: February 21, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 51:11
Brendan Boyle speaking a podium, with a giant check
Urban Planning

Let there be light: Philly streets to brighten via $500K federal grant

The area from Independence Hall towards Jeweler’s Row will see the infrastructure improvements ahead of major celebrations in 2026.

1 year ago

The Greyhound bus station in Richmond, Va., sits on prime real estate. Developers now plan to raze it and build apartment towers and retail space. It's one of many bus stations being shut down
NPR
Urban Planning

Greyhound stations were once a big part of America. Now, many of them are being shut

Greyhound bus stations are being shut down and redeveloped. The closures are leaving passengers without a warm place to get a snack, use the restroom or wait for the bus.

1 year ago

Ships on the Delaware River with the bridge in the background
Science

‘An upward direction’ for the Delaware River: UPenn researchers recommend ways to make swimming safer

A 27-mile stretch of the Delaware River in the areas of Philadelphia and Camden is not safe for swimming. UPenn researchers evaluate how to improve water quality.

1 year ago

A sand dune on the beach
Science

North Wildwood trying not to lose the man vs. nature fight on its eroded beaches

New Jersey has fined the town $12 million for unauthorized beach repairs that it says could worsen erosion.

1 year ago

Overhead view of sinkhole in the street
Community
6abc

Large sinkhole opens up in Delran, N.J.

Officials say a major sewer line collapsed on Leon Ave., causing a portion of the roadway to cave in.

1 year ago

Supporters cheer before Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a caucus night party in Des Moines, Iowa, Monday, Jan. 15, 2024.(AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)
Studio 2

The Rise in Deadly Driving in America, National Political Roundtable

Incidents of dangerous and reckless driving have increased. We'll look at what's behind the surge. Plus, an Iowa post-mortem as the 2024 presidential election gets underway.

Air Date: January 17, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 49:30
Bill England poses for a photo.
Urban Planning

What to do with aging facilities? Cheltenham Township has a multimillion dollar problem to solve

Township officials are weighing four potential plans to address aging buildings and infrastructure. Residents have varying opinions on the undertaking.

1 year ago

Listen 1:20
Swann Memorial Fountain at Logan Circle, from above. (Mark Henninger/Imagic Digital)
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Philly’s water infrastructure needs lots of help. Here’s what’s planned in the coming years.

The multimillion dollar plans will reduce sewer runoff into rivers and help the system better handle heavy rains and flooding.

1 year ago

File photo: Emergency personnel battle against a fire aboard the Italian-flagged Grande Costa d'Avorio cargo ship at the Port of Newark, Friday, July 7, 2023, in Newark, N.J. On Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Transportation Safety Board began a series of investigative hearings into the cause of the fire, and plan to issue recommendations to avoid similar incidents in the future.
Community

Investigative hearings open into cargo ship fire that killed 2 New Jersey firefighters

A Coast Guard official says the inquiry will not seek to affix blame but instead focus on issuing safety recommendations.

1 year ago

Studio 2
Lifestyle

2023 In Review: Behind the Scenes of Our Favorite Episodes

Cherri and Avi revisit their most memorable segments, from famous authors, to cocktail mixologists, to live music and the host of Jeopardy.

Air Date: December 28, 2023 12:00 pm

Listen 10:55
highway
Urban Planning

New Jersey’s latest congestion relief plan? Drive on the shoulder

The DOT will reduce traffic congestion by expanding driving on the shoulder of a major central Jersey roadway.

2 years ago

A rendering and map of the Chinatown Stitch project.
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

The ‘Chinatown Stitch’ looks to rejoin a neighborhood divided by the Vine Street Expressway

Philadelphia plans to reunite a divided Chinatown by capping a section of the Vine Street Expressway.

2 years ago

An aerial view of workers repairing a sinkhole
Community
6abc

Rt. 202 in King of Prussia closed in both directions due to new sinkhole

Both directions of Rt. 202 will remain closed until further notice.

2 years ago

A parking violation in Philadelphia, Tuesday, July 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Studio 2

Philadelphia Parking Authority – Friend or Foe? Plus, Paying College Athletes

Parking in the city is tough. We'll check in with the executive director of the Philadelphia Parking Authority about contesting tickets, bike lane enforcement and more.

Air Date: December 13, 2023 12:00 pm

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