
Urban Planning
Philadelphia tests out ‘cool pavement’ in Hunting Park to combat summer heat
The city finished installing a second “cool pavement” test patch this summer. So far, results are mixed.
3 weeks ago
Listen 4:31SEPTA riders prepare for fare increases Sunday
SEPTA leaders said increased fares are necessary to help close its $213 million deficit. They expect the new price to generate $31 million a year.
3 weeks ago
Smile! You’re on camera, Broad Street drivers
A speed camera system on the north-south Philly artery will start ticketing speeders next week.
4 weeks ago
Professional hockey returns to Trenton in 2026
Officials say the new team, which will play at the CURE Insurance Arena, will help revitalize the downtown area and attract more visitors.
4 weeks ago
How can we make Philly safer for cyclists, pedestrians, others?
Electric scooters, bikes, unicycles, cars – Philly's streets are a mix of fast-moving vehicles. Is it still safe for traditional cyclists and pedestrians? We ask the experts.
Air Date: September 9, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13Horsham Township has big plans to redevelop former Willow Grove Naval base
The redevelopment plans include a town center, aviation museum and several homes.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:26Harrowgate affordable housing project will transform industrial lot
The development from Odin Properties in North Philadelphia is the company’s first government-backed project.
4 weeks ago
Grays Ferry community members say CHOP garage is a ‘health hazard’
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia plans to build a 1,005-vehicle garage for employee parking needs.
1 month ago
Listen 1:02A roughly 21% fare hike will also go into effect that day.
1 month ago
Judge orders full restoration of SEPTA service, but fare increase can continue
A consumer rights activist and two other riders sued SEPTA, calling the service cuts discriminatory and saying the agency exaggerated the crisis to lobby for more funding.
1 month ago
Delaware County officials are bracing for the worst if Pennsylvania lawmakers fail to reach a deal to fund SEPTA.
1 month ago
A new study shows the PHLHousing+ program is reducing evictions and homelessness among participating families. It’s unclear if the pilot will become permanent.
1 month ago
FanDuel restores SEPTA express service for Philadelphia Eagles home opener
Subway trains will run as previously scheduled before and after Thursday’s game. The gambling company’s sponsorship will cover free rides home.
1 month ago
Feet First Philly offers mini-grants for safer, walkable neighborhoods
The call for community-led projects across Philadelphia is open until Oct. 1. All city residents and community groups are welcome to apply.
1 month ago
Philadelphia water rates increase by more than 9% this week
The proposed rate increase, which went into effect Monday, will help fund the city’s 25-year, multibillion-dollar Water Revitalization Plan.
1 month ago