History
Two Lenape leaders discuss history, representation in 2020
Tribal members Adam DePaul and Curtis Zunigha not only share Lenape heritage, but also a commitment to preserving Lenape culture and tradition in the region.
Community
Not just a haircut: Cecil B. Moore Avenue businesses chart new history
From the 1964 riots to the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses along the avenue have historically faced an uphill battle, yet serve an indispensable role in strengthening North Central.
Community
Residents, students weigh voting options for Nov. 3
Six weeks from Election Day, North Central voters plan to cast ballots by mail and at the polls.
Community
Sharswood works to build pavilion of its own amid development
Volunteers hope a new structure will solidify North Philly Peace Park’s place in the neighborhood.
Community
Black business owners’ struggles highlighted by COVID-19 pandemic
COVID-19 is disproportionately affecting Black-owned businesses, pointing to larger inequalities.
News
Who owns your home? Property owners span U.S. to cash in near Temple’s campus
In the ZIP codes 19121 and 19122, which encompass Temple's Main Campus, nearly 3,600 properties have been purchased since 2010. Only 58 properties were bought in 2000. More than 15 years later, in 2017, 720 were purchased.
Special Projects
With attendance down nationwide, Temple Athletics works to fill seats
While football has sold more tickets, men's basketball student attendance dropped from the 2015-16 season and women's basketball attendance has stagnated.
News
Restoring North Central: Residents take back control off campus with new district
The university announced the creation of the North Central Special Services District, which is made up of five community residents and four Temple employees — all with plans to improve the quality of life near Main Campus.
News
Controversy University: Temple faces unhappy donors in wake of a contentious year
Several high-level donors are rethinking their donations due to national scandals clogging the narrative about Temple.
News
Temple to investigate if it will reprimand Marc Lamont Hill
The professor and former CNN commentator is in the midst of a national controversy about his comments at the U.N. And his job could be on the line.