
Amid Fishtown boom, residents outraged by ear-piercing trash trucks
After finally getting the message, La Colombe acted to address their complaints.
5 months ago
UArts files for bankruptcy after Temple merger talks collapse
The shuttered university reportedly owes creditors more than $50 million.
6 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.
6 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.
6 months ago
Open Streets around Rittenhouse draw thousands
The Sunday street-closure event was the first of four planned this month.
6 months ago
Mass arrests in Kensington, but open-air drug market persists
Critics bemoan lack of health services; city says revitalization will take years.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 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.
6 months ago
Streets near Rittenhouse Row will go car-free on September Sundays
Advocates are hoping for a broader revival of the Philly Free Streets program.
6 months ago
‘It doesn’t feel safe’: Philly advocates say report misrepresents pedestrian safety in the city
New research from Forbes puts Philly at the top of a list for pedestrian safety. Advocates say the numbers don’t tell the whole story.
6 months ago
Listen 1:11PHA is poised to buy Philly’s Brith Sholom House after years of strife
Most of the building’s tenants have moved out. Those who remain are hopeful a judge will approve the sale.
7 months ago
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