Both homelessness and unemployment were cited as two persistent problems for many Philadelphia trans people, according to panelists at a Nov. 10 forum called Supporting Trans Community. | From: Philadelphia Gay News (Read more.)
The pandemic scrambled the economy, dumped workers from their jobs, and upended child care arrangements. But it also led to the United States’ first stab at a nearly universal child allowance. | From: WHYY (Read more.)
Los cheques serían enviados durante la temporada de impuestos del 2021, que termina en abril del 2022. | From: NBC10/Telemundo62 (Read more.)
The Built by Philly website features a directory of businesses categorized by type with video interviews with the owners in an effort to provide more support for entrepreneurs of color in the region. | From: WHYY (Read more.)
Here’s how skyrocketing inflation is impacting some of the Philly region’s favorite foods. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
The pandemic has brought on many challenges for Latino business owners, but resiliency has helped many maintain and strive. | From: AL DÍA (Read more.)
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney has released a report showing that less than a third of city contracts went to firms owned by women, people of color, and people with disabilities in 2020. The 30% rate of what is known as MWBE contracting fell below the administration’s 35% goal. | From: WHYY (Read more.)
While firebombings are unusual in Philadelphia, the city has a history of suspected criminals terrorizing family members and friends because someone in their circle has cooperated with law enforcement or prosecutors as part of a criminal investigation or court case. In response, City Council is now considering a budget measure that includes a proposal to create a program that would give these people the option to relocate. | From: PlanPhilly (Read more.)
Según algunos comerciantes, el aumento del precio del icónico sandwich se debe al aumento del costo en la carne y el ganado. | From: NBC10/Telemundo62 (Read more.)
The owner tried to intervene in a recent fight, and got beat up for his troubles. | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
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