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Hosted by Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich, Radiolab is a show about curiosity. Where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.

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Real Estate

Rowhomes in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood
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Money

‘A deep freeze’: Mortgage rates and home prices are sidelining Philly homebuyers

Economists say that’s not likely to change for a few more years.

2 years ago

The YWCA in Germantown.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Developer unveils new plan for Germantown YWCA amid funding concerns

The city selected KBK Enterprises to redevelop the historic property in 2016. But the building remains vacant and blighted.

2 years ago

Opponents of the proposed 76ers arena in Chinatown display signs in City Council chambers
Community
Billy Penn

Sixers arena saga: As the November election nears, the politics get messy

A timeline of everything that’s happened so far regarding 76 Place.

2 years ago

The Chinatown Coalition to Oppose the Arena walked members of the media to the site of the proposed 76ers basketball venue in Philadelphia on January 9, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘We just want real data’: Anti-arena groups seek funding for separate economic study

Opponents argue the city’s analysis will be biased towards building a downtown basketball arena for the Philadelphia 76ers.

2 years ago

Workers repair a home
Community

Chester County launches Whole-Home Repairs program for homeowners with low to moderate incomes

Eligible Chester County homeowners can get up to $25,000 for home repairs that address accessibility, habitability, health, and safety issues.

2 years ago

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Tia Hall, left, and Alex Robles, right, pose for a photo in the building that will serve as the new home of El Centro de Estudiantes
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘This is home for us’: Former Philly factory to reopen as alternative high school

El Centro de Estudiantes has called three buildings home since 2009. It will now have what it hopes will be a permanent home.

2 years ago

People hold signs saying
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Urban Planning

‘Slam dunk’ or long shot? New Sixers arena faces uncertain future

The Sixers originally hoped to be moving toward construction in June, but have since delayed the franchise’s self-imposed timeline twice.

2 years ago

Listen 8:58
Trump speaks at a podium.
Courts & Law

Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers as he built real estate empire

The ruling resolves the key claim in Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit, but six others remain.

2 years ago

A jacket bearing Menendez's name, along with cash from envelops found inside the Jacket during a search by federal agents of the senator's home in Harrison
Politics & Policy

Bribery case against Sen. Menendez shines light on powerful N.J. developer accused of corruption

The indictment says Menendez pestered the U.S. attorney for New Jersey and another top federal prosecutor about a bank fraud case involving his friend, developer Fred Daibes.

2 years ago

A collage shows activists against the 76ers arena plan in front of a rendering of 76 place
Urban Planning
Billy Penn

Sixers arena saga: 76 Devcorp pumps the brakes on City Council approval deadline

A timeline of everything that’s happened so far regarding 76 Place.

2 years ago

Condos for sale in the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia.
PlanPhilly
Community

Delaware Valley realtors say even baby boomers aren’t selling their homes like before

The typical home sale cycle is completely disrupted and there’s a clog in the market dynamics, Delaware Valley realtors say.

2 years ago

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Rowhouses in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood
Urban Planning

Philly still has roughly 8K property assessment appeals to review

The city received nearly 20,000 “First Level Reviews” following a three-year pause in assessments that led to widespread sticker shock

2 years ago

Close-up of New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy as he speaks.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey’s ANCHOR Program acknowledges high cost of living, but is not a ‘game changer’

For the program to return this year, Murphy set aside more than $2 billion in the 2024 state budget that took effect July 1.

2 years ago

The Family Court Building redevelopment will incorporate the African American Museum in Philadelphia’s (AAMP) relocation along with the Free Library of Philadelphia’s expansion and a 60,000 square foot Children and Family Center
Urban Planning

Developers selected for Family Court Building project incorporating AAMP, Free Library, and ‘premier lifestyle hotel’

The city will provide $50 million dollars in capital funding for the Family Court Building project starting in 2025.

2 years ago

Philly rowhouses
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

‘The system needs to change’: Philly woman is suing OCF Realty for housing discrimination

Under city law, property owners can’t refuse to rent to a prospective tenant because they participate in a housing assistance program.

2 years ago

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