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Lemuel Bannister estimates the height of the flooding caused by Isaias in 2020
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Community

Eastwick United launches grant program to fill another gap in Isaias recovery

More than two years after a flood devastated low-lying Eastwick, a community organization is distributing funding for lingering repairs.

2 years ago

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Urban Planning

A new online dashboard shows how Philly neighborhoods compare on public safety, sanitation, and beyond

The data posted on the City Controller’s website will be used for budgeting and as a blueprint of how to invest in social programs.

2 years ago

People walk on a street in Philadelphia on a sunny day.
Community
Billy Penn

Hundreds of white supremacist stickers were plastered around Port Richmond, and neighbors are springing into action to take them down

The River Wards neighborhood may have a “reputation” for this kind of ideology, one resident said, but the area is evolving.

2 years ago

Items are shown in a store window.
Community

South Street Egg Hunt features ‘eggscellent’ works of art, includes a $1,000 grand prize

Each egg found represents a chance to win prizes, including a Grand Prize Egg Basket worth $1,000.

2 years ago

Crime tape is seen in the area of a shooting in Philly
Community
6abc

Police: 4 people shot across from Temple University football field

The shooting happened around 3 a.m. Sunday in the shadow of Temple's football practice facility.

2 years ago

Nicole Williams smiles, posing for a photo next to the open door of the community fridge.
PlanPhilly
Community

As Philadelphians face shrinking SNAP benefits, a Mount Airy community fridge is helping fill the gap

You can “laugh, enjoy, and shop for free” at Mount Airy’s community fridge and pantry located on Stenton Avenue.

3 years ago

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Chinatown has been separated by the Vine Street Expressway since the 1980s. Officials are hoping money in the Infrastructure and jobs bill will be slated to cap the expressway
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly wants to ‘stitch’ together Chinatown by capping the Vine Street Expressway

The city has $4 million to plan and design a cap. It will have to apply for additional funding from the federal government to build it.

3 years ago

Cars travel
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A Roosevelt Blvd. subway is not guaranteed, but community input could help

One year ago, the Roosevelt Boulevard subway was a distant dream. Now, a study is underway and enthusiasm is high, writes Jay Arzu.

3 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline
Community

Philadelphia news consumers want to see more crime, infrastructure, and education in local reporting, study finds

“The News Philadelphians Use: Analyzing the Local Media Landscape,” looks at how Philadelphians engage with media and their perceptions of local coverage.

3 years ago

Shovels outside Disston Recreation Center
Community
Billy Penn

Philly’s Rebuild program is finally on track to finish all the renovations on its list — half as many as originally planned

Mayor Jim Kenney’s massive public space initiative is finally back on track to finish the renovations on its list, but the future is unclear.

3 years ago

A group of people stand behind a podium with a sign that reads Philadelphia Police.
Community

Temple University police move to two-person patrols after Saturday killing of officer patrolling alone

Temple officials are working on ways to keep both students and law enforcement safe as they mourn the death of Officer Christopher Fitzgerald.

3 years ago

Two people stand, posing for a photo, in front of a table where diapers and other products are laid out.
PlanPhilly
Community

‘We’re here to help’: Local diaper bank begins monthly distribution in Kensington

From diapers and wipes to period and adult incontinence products, the Greater Philadelphia Diaper Bank is providing families with what they need.

3 years ago

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Altovise Love-Craighead smiles, paused on a staircase. Below her is a large space where police recruits are training.
Community

Philly police inspector draws from her own grief to address gun violence, trauma

Altovise Love-Craighead is a Black woman, a co-victim of homicide, and a law enforcement leader. She says officers can do a better job building trust with residents.

3 years ago

Listen 3:13
New housing (right) and old in Mantua
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

New data show Philly’s housing market is still in a tough place

Mortgage rates are still elevated. Home prices are still considerably higher than they were pre-pandemic. And inventory is low.

3 years ago

A book is held up in front of the ornate gateway in Philadelphia's Chinatown.
Arts & Entertainment

‘Interior Chinatown’ is the Free Library of Philadelphia’s all-city read

The comic novel written like a TV screenplay by Charles Yu takes on serious issues of being Asian in America. He’s now turning it into a TV show.

3 years ago

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