Council hearing reviews correlation of guns and domestic violence
In 2021, Philadelphia reported 562 murders, 70 of whom were women some in domestic disputes. more
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United Way & 211 launch 24-hour Violence Prevention Hotline in Philadelphia
Mayor Kenney, City Council, United Way and 211, have announced the launch of a 24-hour Violence Prevention Hotline in Philadelphia. more
Pew report describes housing affordability challenge in city
As Philadelphia has shifted from a shrinking city to a growing one with an increased demand for housing, concern mounts about the degree to which the city remains affordable - and for whom. more
PA lawmakers announce plan to reform juvenile justice efforts
Almost one year after a statewide panel released a final report on Pennsylvania’s juvenile justice system, a bipartisan pair of lawmakers have announced plans to improve outcomes for youth. more
HUD awards $36 million to City to renew supportive housing units
Philadelphia’s effort to support those without permanent places to live is getting a $36 million boost. The money comes in the form of a grant from the US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development. more
Food stamp enrollment steadily increasing in Pennsylvania
Enrollment in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly called food stamps or SNAP, has gone up and down during the pandemic. But it’s been steadily increasing in recent months in PA.more
Foster care numbers drop nationally - but has maltreatment?
Nationwide, foster care numbers dropped dramatically in the first months of the pandemic. more
PHA to offer new incentives to landlords to accept vouchers
It is hoped the new incentives will convince landlords to accept Philadelphia Housing Authority rental vouchers. more
Bipartisan PA proposal would help with costly home repairs
Some homeowners grappling with costly home repairs could get some relief under the Whole-Home Repairs Act, a bipartisan effort led by PA State Sen. Nikil Saval. more
Diversion program offers help in clearing criminal records
The Choice is Yours program celebrates 10 years of work, offering first-time drug offenders ages 18-30 an alternative to going before a judge. more
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