Philadelphia PoliticsAFSCME DC 47, Philly’s white-collar city workers union, has reached a tentative deal with Mayor Parker’s administrationThe tentative agreement comes as AFSCME DC 47 was taking steps to authorize a strike for some workers, and averts the potential of a second city worker walkout this month.
Philadelphia PoliticsAFSCME DC 47, Philly’s white-collar city workers union, has reached a tentative deal with Mayor Parker’s administrationThe tentative agreement comes as AFSCME DC 47 was taking steps to authorize a strike for some workers, and averts the potential of a second city worker walkout this month.
BusinessEnigma Networks is developing software that protects from escalating AI-backed security threats
BusinessEnigma Networks is developing software that protects from escalating AI-backed security threats
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
BusinessStagflation threatens to hit the U.S. as it did 50 years ago, economist Zandi saysEven if oil prices aren't the reason, immigration policy and tariffs create concerns about inflation aside stagnant economic growth, as the U.S. saw in the 1970s and early ’80s.
TransportationReport parking violations to the PPA in 30 seconds with a new toolLaser Vision, launched by Philly Bike Action, allows users to take a picture of a parking violation and send a report to the Philadelphia Parking Authority.
TransportationReport parking violations to the PPA in 30 seconds with a new toolLaser Vision, launched by Philly Bike Action, allows users to take a picture of a parking violation and send a report to the Philadelphia Parking Authority.
BusinessMexico’s peso becomes an unlikely winner in Trump’s trade warThe peso is up more than 11% this year. Mexico’s central bank has been cautious, keeping interest rates high and luring cash from investors.
BusinessMexico’s peso becomes an unlikely winner in Trump’s trade warThe peso is up more than 11% this year. Mexico’s central bank has been cautious, keeping interest rates high and luring cash from investors.
PhiladelphiaBob Beaty opened his Berks salvage warehouse to "save the earth." It's closing this month.Bob Beaty is closing his Beaty American salvage business at the end of July. He doesn't see himself as just flipping antiques. He envisions the salvage industry as saving the world.
PhiladelphiaBob Beaty opened his Berks salvage warehouse to "save the earth." It's closing this month.Bob Beaty is closing his Beaty American salvage business at the end of July. He doesn't see himself as just flipping antiques. He envisions the salvage industry as saving the world.
News‘Rain tax’ board members in bankrupt Chester received hundreds of thousands of illegal payments, a judge rulesA judge rule the stormwater authority's payments to board members were "outside the law."
News‘Rain tax’ board members in bankrupt Chester received hundreds of thousands of illegal payments, a judge rulesA judge rule the stormwater authority's payments to board members were "outside the law."
BusinessCereal sales declined for decades before Kellogg’s sale to Italian companyManufacturers have been hard-hit by the changing tastes of consumers, who now seek more low-sugar, portable options for breakfast.
BusinessCereal sales declined for decades before Kellogg’s sale to Italian companyManufacturers have been hard-hit by the changing tastes of consumers, who now seek more low-sugar, portable options for breakfast.
Philadelphia PoliticsDC 33 members will vote on the union’s tentative deal with the city this week. Here’s what to know.Starting Monday, members of AFSCME District Council 33 can vote on the tentative agreement until July 20. The entirety of the deal hinges on ratification by a majority of voting members.
Philadelphia PoliticsDC 33 members will vote on the union’s tentative deal with the city this week. Here’s what to know.Starting Monday, members of AFSCME District Council 33 can vote on the tentative agreement until July 20. The entirety of the deal hinges on ratification by a majority of voting members.
BusinessNo country for old business owners: Economic shifts create a growing challenge for America’s aging entrepreneurs.For those seeking to sell and retire, today's economic stew of inflation, supply chain instability, and high borrowing costs means that interest from potential buyers is cooling.
BusinessNo country for old business owners: Economic shifts create a growing challenge for America’s aging entrepreneurs.For those seeking to sell and retire, today's economic stew of inflation, supply chain instability, and high borrowing costs means that interest from potential buyers is cooling.
Philadelphia PoliticsA Philly white-collar city workers union is at a standstill on contract negotiations as members vote on authorizing a strikeLocal 2187, which represents administrative assistants and professionals, is holding a strike authorization vote until July 15. DC 47 leaders will then assess the union's next steps.
Philadelphia PoliticsA Philly white-collar city workers union is at a standstill on contract negotiations as members vote on authorizing a strikeLocal 2187, which represents administrative assistants and professionals, is holding a strike authorization vote until July 15. DC 47 leaders will then assess the union's next steps.
TravelIs it cheaper to spend a week in Paris, Hawaii, or down the Shore? We investigated.The best deal at the Shore is a friend with a beach house.
TravelIs it cheaper to spend a week in Paris, Hawaii, or down the Shore? We investigated.The best deal at the Shore is a friend with a beach house.
Things To DoGot a library card? Unlock free streaming, subscriptions, video games, language lessons, and moreA Free Library of Philadelphia card gets you more than books — think video games, streaming movies, museum passes, musical instruments, and more.
Things To DoGot a library card? Unlock free streaming, subscriptions, video games, language lessons, and moreA Free Library of Philadelphia card gets you more than books — think video games, streaming movies, museum passes, musical instruments, and more.
BusinessHow much does a heat wave cost? Insurers and CEOs want to know.Data on risks from extreme heat are becoming more valuable. Some believe a new market for heat insurance — driven in part by AI and the need to cool data centers — is rising.
BusinessHow much does a heat wave cost? Insurers and CEOs want to know.Data on risks from extreme heat are becoming more valuable. Some believe a new market for heat insurance — driven in part by AI and the need to cool data centers — is rising.
HealthIndependence Blue Cross offers employee buyouts as part of restructuring effortThe Philadelphia health insurer said the buyouts were part of a broad effort to streamline its businesses.
HealthIndependence Blue Cross offers employee buyouts as part of restructuring effortThe Philadelphia health insurer said the buyouts were part of a broad effort to streamline its businesses.
BusinessDelco military contractor plans layoff as demand for decoys dropsChemring, which bought Alloy Surfaces in 1993, is considering whether to sell the business or close it.
BusinessDelco military contractor plans layoff as demand for decoys dropsChemring, which bought Alloy Surfaces in 1993, is considering whether to sell the business or close it.
HealthPHMC is closing Carson Valley Children’s Aid, cutting 96 jobsPHMC said it could no longer afford to maintain the 70-acre campus in Flourtown. A trust started by Carson Valley's founder, Robert N. Carson, owns the campus.
HealthPHMC is closing Carson Valley Children’s Aid, cutting 96 jobsPHMC said it could no longer afford to maintain the 70-acre campus in Flourtown. A trust started by Carson Valley's founder, Robert N. Carson, owns the campus.
HealthUniversity City biotech Century Therapeutics is cutting 72 jobs, about half its workforceThe Philadelphia gene therapy company said the cuts were "part of a broader effort to right size the organization."
HealthUniversity City biotech Century Therapeutics is cutting 72 jobs, about half its workforceThe Philadelphia gene therapy company said the cuts were "part of a broader effort to right size the organization."
