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The Trace

In Philly, Signs of Optimism About Gun Violence Reduction

An event in Nicetown echoes the city’s determination to continue driving shootings down. Read more. Photo by Kriston Jae Bethel for The Trace
Stakeholders discussing the future of Kensington at Cantina La Martina restaurant
Inti Media

Business owners, local politicians, and concerned neighbors meet to discuss the future of Kensington

Cantina La Martina hosted a meeting with local leaders to address safety, homelessness, and vandalism in Kensington, focusing on collaboration and...
Path through a meadow at FDR Park
Grid Magazine

The fight over FDR Park is only the latest tussle over how to design Philly’s green spaces

What are Philadelphians getting in their parks? And why? Read more. Photo by Solmaira Valerio
Erik Silldorff stands in Cobbs Creek in front of the Woodland Dam
Grid Magazine

After several centuries, a dam is set to be removed from Cobbs Creek. Red tape continues to delay the project

Whatever the motivation to do so, removing a dam has the potential to reconnect waterways and benefit the wildlife living in them. Read more. Photo by...
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We Talk Weekly

VIDEO: Understanding Local Government: C70's Tanisha Bezue's Guide to Civic Engagement

Tanisha Bezue, Program Manager for Voter Engagement and Public Education Initiatives at Committee of 70, explains why understanding local and state...