41 arrested in HUD-backed operation targeting Philly fugitives receiving public housing assistance"Operation Moving Day" was carried out by U.S. Marshals and is part of a larger federal law enforcement initiative.The Philadelphia Inquirer8d agoWhole story →BuildJusticeoperation moving day
The Academy of Natural Sciences museum's redevelopment could be restricted under a new City Council billIf the bill from Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr. passes, it will limit the redevelopment of the museum building to specific uses.The Philadelphia Inquirer12d agoWhole story →CultureBuildacademy of natural sciences redevelopment
Philly laws conflate drag shows with strip clubs. City Council wants to change that.A bill proposed by Councilmember Rue Landau would remove references to “male or female impersonators” in a part of the zoning code that regulates strip clubs, topless bars, and other adult venues.The Philadelphia Inquirer16d agoWhole story →CultureGovernmentphilly drag show law reform
The poorest in the U.S. can’t find housing even as low-income units sit emptyThe poorest still cannot afford most apartments designated as affordable. Homes set aside for these renters were only about 12% of the affordable housing units financed in 2024 by a federal program.The Philadelphia Inquirer17d agoWhole story →BuildEconomyaffordable housing shortage
Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cutThe move comes as Americans are already struggling with high costs for groceries, gas, and housing. Affordability has taken on a leading role in the upcoming midterm elections, just seven weeks away.The Philadelphia Inquirer20d agoWhole story →BuildEconomyfederal reserve rate hike
Neighbors struggle against a decade-plus of South Philly sinkholes | ShackamaxonPlus: Gov. Josh Shapiro’s embrace of “slopulism,” the Cecil B. Moore Library’s limited renovations, and the Academy of Natural Sciences’ museum closure.The Philadelphia Inquirer1mo agoWhole story →BuildJosh Shapirosouth philly sinkholes
For U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, the American affordability crisis is personalHelping with grandchildren and caring for her own parents, Chester County’s U.S. Rep. Chrissy Houlahan brings a personal dimension to her legislation on affordability.The Philadelphia Inquirer3mo agoWhole story →BuildEconomyChrissy HoulahanHR 1833affordability crisis
