Philly Infrastructure

Priority Restoration Expands Emergency Services Ahead of Storm Season

Priority Restoration LLC Priority Restoration LLC is a family-owned water damage restoration company located in Philadelphia, PA. With over eight…

1 month ago

Philadelphia Sheriff Seeks $20 Million Budget Increase

News Summary Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal is requesting a nearly $20 million budget increase, raising her office's total budget request…

1 month ago

PennDOT Announces Safety Improvements on Lehigh Avenue

News Summary The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is set to begin a major safety improvement project on Lehigh Avenue…

1 month ago

Philadelphia Sees First Decrease in Overdose Deaths in Five Years

News Summary Philadelphia has reported a 7% decrease in fatal overdoses in 2023, marking the first decline in five years.…

1 month ago

Philadelphia’s DA Primary: Krasner vs. Dugan

News Summary The Democratic primary election in Philadelphia on May 20 features a significant showdown between incumbent District Attorney Larry…

1 month ago

Philadelphia Officer Shot While Dispersing School Fights

News Summary A 26-year-old rookie police officer was shot in Philadelphia while responding to disturbances outside Overbrook High School. The…

1 month ago

Philadelphia Faces Significant Water Rate Increase Proposal

News Summary The Philadelphia Water Department is proposing an 18% rate increase for residential water bills over the next two…

1 month ago

Overnight Utility Repairs Begin at Independence Mall

News Summary Philadelphia is embarking on a significant overnight construction project at Independence Mall, starting April 21, 2025, and lasting…

2 months ago

Krasner Faces Election Challenge Amidst National Backlash

News Summary Philadelphia's District Attorney Larry Krasner is preparing for a third term amidst national concerns about progressive prosecutors. With…

2 months ago

Water Rate Hikes Proposed for Philadelphia Residents

News Summary The Philadelphia Water Department proposes increasing water, sewer, and stormwater rates, starting September 2025. An 11.7% hike will…

2 months ago