The first of a three part “Know Before You Rent” series highlights the challenges international students face when renting in North Philly.
Parks and tree cover offer health benefits and reduce crime incidents, but access to greenspace is vastly unequal across the city.
Anti-violence organizations struggle to continue providing services to violence survivors amid a lack of government support.
Gun violence in Philadelphia has gone up in the last five years, making programs to help children and teens cope with violence essential.
Some residents travel to other parts of the city to buy groceries to find more affordable options.
North Philadelphia residents are excited to see students come back but are wary of COVID-19.
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.
Six weeks from Election Day, North Central voters plan to cast ballots by mail and at the polls.
Volunteers hope a new structure will solidify North Philly Peace Park’s place in the neighborhood.
COVID-19 is disproportionately affecting Black-owned businesses, pointing to larger inequalities.