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Vacant lot in South Philly.
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

After long hiatus, Philadelphia Land Bank will begin bidding on vacant properties

The public agency’s board of directors approved an agreement with the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office on Saturday.

1 year ago

Hannah Jones, accompanied by her spouse, Steve Cook, pose for a portrait at home near Philadelphia
Health

More states requiring paid medical or sick leave

Separately, more states and cities also are requiring paid sick days, which give people time off to deal with short-term illnesses like the flu.

1 year ago

Jeffery Young Jr. claps
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A zoning bill meant to punish ‘bad actors’ passed in Philly City Council, but some argue it’s simply more red tape

Opponents argue the changes would overwhelm the city’s zoning board while supporters hope it would curb nuisance businesses in Philadelphia neighborhoods.

1 year ago

Listen 1:03
The U.S. Department of Education building
Education

What could Trump’s move to dismantle the Department of Education mean for Pa. and N.J.?

Trump's executive order aimed at dismantling the Education Department follows drastic staffing cuts. Advocates say the changes could put critical school funding at risk.

1 year ago

District Attorney Larry Krasner, left, and retired Municipal Court judge Patrick Dugan took part in a DA election forum.
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Krasner, Dugan battle over old accusations at DA forum

The District Attorney and retired judge will face each other in a May 20 primary.

1 year ago

Supreme Court Chief Justice Roberts speaking at the University of Nebraska Lincoln
Courts & Law

Roberts rejects Trump’s call for impeaching judge who ruled against his deportation plans

The flashpoint for the latest controversy was deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador, which is being paid by the U.S. to imprison them.

1 year ago

Ruth Street in Kensington
Health

Philly mobile crisis response teams average 20 mental health emergencies a day. Advocates call for expansion

Philly’s community mobile crisis response teams are requesting more funding to meet demand.

1 year ago

Listen 1:22
People holding up signs that say 'SAVE MEDICAID'
Politics & Policy

‘I could die’: Delaware patients, health care providers, members of Congress warn against federal cuts to Medicaid

The GOP budget plan, which received bipartisan support in the U.S. Senate, directs a House committee to find $880 million in spending cuts.

1 year ago

Listen 0:51
People who work in the Philadelphia culture sector marching with signs reading PHILLY ARTISTS UNITE!, MARCH FOR ART! and RESIST FASCISM FIGHT TRUTH DECAY
Arts & Entertainment

Philly arts organizations are navigating stormy federal funding guidelines

As the National Endowment for the Arts tries to comply with the shifting legal status of Trump’s executive orders, arts organizations are struggling to keep up.

1 year ago

Listen 1:31
an estrogen patch for hormone therapy
Health

New Jersey lawmaker wants insurance companies to cover menopause treatments

Proposed legislation in New Jersey would require insurance companies to pay for menopause treatment and raise awareness about it.

1 year ago

Listen 1:16
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner (left) at a news conference in Philadelphia on March 11, 2024 and Pat Dugan at a campaign forum hosted on March 11, 2025
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia primary election 2025: What to know about Democratic DA candidates Larry Krasner and Pat Dugan

Larry Krasner is being challenged by former Judge Patrick Dugan, who says the incumbent has not done enough to keep the city safe.

1 year ago

Listen 1:05
Mayor Cherelle Parker enters council chambers
PlanPhilly
Money

Philly Mayor Parker’s budget proposes city wage and business tax cuts

Mayor Cherelle Parker said it’s about balancing the city’s books during a time of financial uncertainty while offering some relief to businesses.

1 year ago

Listen 0:57
Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks
PlanPhilly
Community

What’s in Philly Mayor Parker’s second budget proposal for cleaning and greening

The plan includes expanding twice-weekly trash pickup to North Philly, fixing heating and air conditioning in libraries and adding planters to commercial corridors.

1 year ago

Listen 1:01
Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘They need it now’: Parker proposes ‘historic’ investment to expand Philly’s housing supply

The mayor’s latest budget proposal calls on the city to borrow $800 million to create and preserve more affordable and market-rate units across the city.

1 year ago

Listen 0:57
School District of Philadelphia headquarters
Education

Here’s what you need to know about the Education Department funding cuts and what they mean for Philadelphia

Philadelphia education leaders are raising the alarm as a massive Education Department staffing cut threatens federal programs.

1 year ago

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