Topic: Unemployment
Can Philly Still Become “Cellicon Valley?”
Layoffs, vacant labs and NIH cuts are diminishing the once-booming biotech sector. But there is still promise for the region
By Malcolm Burnley
Diversify the Construction Industry
OIC of America’s CEO ran a successful program to open high-paying construction jobs to more people in Minnesota. Now, he’s running the same playbook in Pennsylvania
By Courtney DuChene
Who Will Protect You Now?
A former city worker was recently fired from the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which President Trump plans to shut down. That’s a win for scammers and price-gougers
By Nick Hand
A Jobs Program that Works
The West Philadelphia Skills Initiative helped nearly 2,000 Philadelphians find work. Now, with a large grant from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, the organization is expanding and rebranding to connect more Philadelphians with skills, jobs and career opportunities
By Courtney DuChene
Safe at Home
Philadelphia’s Eviction Diversion Program has become a model for cities around the country — and a lifesaver for Philadelphia families
By Jessica Blatt Press
Help People Who Are Homeless in Philadelphia
More than 15 ways to make a difference in the lives of Philadelphians experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness
By Christine Speer Lejeune
Is Philly In Denial About Its Jobs Problem?
WURD’s afternoon host contends unemployment is worse than officials want you to know
By Charles D. Ellison
Connor Barwin’s Civic Season
This week, the all-pro linebacker and citizen activist measures how our civic health stacks up against Dallas
By Connor Barwin