FirstHand students said their reasons for launching their own ventures ranged from wanting to stay busy to spiting naysayers: “‘Oh, you’re a business owner at your age?’ Like, yes.” | From: Technical.ly (Read more.)
Philadelphians pushing for a greener, cooler city are cheering a bill that made it through City Council last week that could charge developers hundreds of dollars per inch of tree they remove and don’t replace. | From: PlanPhilly (Read more.)
During these arduous times, it is important to remember there are many local and national organizations and resources available to help those struggling with mental health issues. A few are listed below. | From: Metro Philadelphia (Read more.)
The movement to preserve Black-operated charter schools won’t be deterred by the Philadelphia Board of Education’s votes last week to begin the process of closing two such charters, say members of a coalition who believe certain schools face racial bias in how they’re regulated. | From: Chalkbeat (Read more.)
A report out of Philadelphia shines new light on the city’s eviction crisis. | From: PlanPhilly (Read more.)
The City pledged to reduce emissions from its buildings, cut energy use, and transition to 100% renewable electricity. | From: Green Philly (Read more.)
The Urban League and Congressman Brendan Boyle have teamed up to secure a $360,000 grant to help people stay in their homes or move into new homes. | From: WHYY (Read more.)
Many current tenants are behind on rent, facing the consequences of past evictions, and worrying about the quality of their homes, according to the experiences of more than 6,000 people collected by the legal aid nonprofit Community Legal Services of Philadelphia and the Housing Initiative at Penn. It’s one of the largest surveys of Philadelphia renters. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Where can I find the COVID vaccine in Philadelphia for children under 5? | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney and City Council President Darrell Clarke announced Tuesday that the city is expanding its Community Schools program, which brings social services and other supports directly into school buildings. | From: Chalkbeat (Read more.)
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