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Heather Chin
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Deputy Editor, Billy Penn
Philadelphia
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By Heather Chin Verified|Billy PennVerifiedA surge in illegal dumping during the pandemic led City Council to pass laws in 2022 toughening penalties. Then-councilmember Cherelle Parker spearheaded a change that sharply boosted fines to $5,000 per dumped object, for each person involved. That allows massive fines to stack up. Fort instance, the biggest penalty the city has pursued in court, $963,000, followed the involved the dumping of used tires in Fairmount Park in May 2023
By Heather Chin Verified|Billy PennVerifiedThe Philadelphia Department of Public Health lost three COVID-era federal grants in what leadership described as a "fluid situation," internal emails show. The loss of up to $50 million in funding for research into infectious diseases, children's health and vaccines is putting hundreds of people's jobs at risk. Continue reading... Dine Latino Restaurant week is back again with an eclectic mix of participating restaurants from now through Saturday, April 12
By Heather Chin Verified, Natalia Sánchez Loayza, Meir Rinde Verified, Violet Comber-Wilen|EIN NewsThe Philadelphia Department of Public Health lost three COVID-era federal grants in what leadership described as a “fluid situation,” internal emails show. The loss of up to $50 million in funding for research into infectious diseases, children’s health and vaccines is putting hundreds of people’s jobs at risk. Continue reading…Dine Latino Restaurant week is back again with an eclectic mix of participating restaurants from now through Saturday, April 12
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Billy Penn
Billy Penn at WHYY is a local news team based in Philadelphia, committed to delivering comprehensive coverage of the city's political, cultural, and social landscape. Founded in 2014 and joining WHYY in 2019, Billy Penn enhances its community service through this partnership, gaining access to additional resources and a broader audience. The team provides in-depth reporting on various topics, including politics, neighborhoods, history, sports, food, and entertainment. They focus on original reporting and content curation, aiming to connect residents with engaging and informative stories. Billy Penn also organizes community events to foster interaction among residents and offers a free morning newsletter that keeps subscribers updated on local news and events. Their member-supported model relies on contributions from the public, reflecting their dedication to serving the Philadelphia community.
Philadelphia, United States
+1 866-723-3014
Founded: 2014