
New bill would give Philly the green light to sue landlords for price-fixing rental rates
The antitrust measure is designed to help tenants with low-incomes to stay housed.
6 months ago
Listen 0:55The agreement, which would keep the Sixers in Philly until at least 2061, was announced Wednesday during a hastily called news conference.
6 months ago
Listen 1:23Mayor Parker says agreement reached over 76ers arena in Center City
Mayor Cherelle Parker said she will present a legislative package to City Council for approval on a new 76ers arena to be developed in Center City.
7 months ago
Listen 5:58Amid Fishtown boom, residents outraged by ear-piercing trash trucks
After finally getting the message, La Colombe acted to address their complaints.
7 months ago
UArts files for bankruptcy after Temple merger talks collapse
The shuttered university reportedly owes creditors more than $50 million.
7 months ago
Photos: Thousands rally and march with Save Chinatown Coalition to protest proposed 76ers arena
The “No Arena In Chinatown” rally and march brought advocates from across the city to protest the arena proposal.
7 months ago
What people were saying on the streets and at parties about the debate
Billy Penn’s Nick Kariuki talked to (almost) everyone on the streets for the presidential debate. Here’s what they said.
7 months ago
Open Streets around Rittenhouse draw thousands
The Sunday street-closure event was the first of four planned this month.
7 months ago
Mass arrests in Kensington, but open-air drug market persists
Critics bemoan lack of health services; city says revitalization will take years.
7 months ago
SEPTA proposes fare hike to affect most riders currently getting discounts
As part of SEPTA's plan, the hike would require all riders to pay the current $2.50 cash fare cost.
7 months ago
‘Who do you work for?’: Opponents of Sixers arena proposal bring fight to City Council
The $1.55 billion development requires enabling legislation for demolition and construction to start. The team says it needs those approvals by the end of the year.
7 months ago
Sixers arena studies support arguments both pro and con
The reports confirm both the threat to Chinatown and the promise of economic benefits.
7 months ago
Philly Gas Commission passes rules that limit public participation in PGW budget process
The city argues the new rules make proceedings more efficient, but climate activists say they’re being shut out.
7 months ago
Megabus moves Philly, NYC stops as Peter Pan takes over routes
Megabus owner Coach USA declared bankruptcy in June, forcing the sale or elimination of several bus routes.
7 months ago
PECO customers could face double-digit electricity bill increases next year
Experts blame growing demand and a lagging transition to renewable energy sources.
7 months ago