‘It’s hard to picture … an endgame’: As the City clears Kensington encampments again, some question if it’s a long-term solution
For many Kensington residents, the cycle of the City clearing encampments with people experiencing homelessness and those encampments…
Kensington to Mayor Kenney: ‘You’re the captain of this ship, and you either have to sail the ship or step on down’
On Wednesday night, at least six dozen Kensington community members marched through Clearfield and D Streets to a…
Where to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Kensington, plus answers to your FAQs
Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect new information on the Delta variant of coronavirus and…
Alternatives to calling 911 in Philadelphia
Inspired by Kensington residents from Resolve Philly’s Sound OFF. With information from Don’t Call the Police, Philly Alt.…
2021 Opioid Response Unit Action Plan: Here are the solutions the city will implement in Kensington
Update 06/07/2021: The 2021 Opioid Response Unit Action Plan originally stated that in 2020 the city experienced the…
As Philly schools reopen, Kensington students and teachers still need help with online learning
After a year of online learning, Kensington students and teachers are continuing to ask for improvements and support…
Campout for Peace: Kensington activist sleeps outside to bring attention to rising gun violence in Philly
Every January since 2013, Rosalind Pichardo pitches a tent, rolls out a sleeping bag, and spends a blistering…
How Kensington voted in the 2020 general election
In an election with record-breaking voter registration in Philadelphia and the most ballots cast nationwide in U.S. history…
While harm reduction advocates continue to rally for an overdose prevention site in Kensington, federal lawyers push back in court
On Monday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit in Philadelphia heard arguments on whether Safehouse,…
Norris Square community reckons with an attempted break-in that resulted in a beloved community member’s arrest
Norris Square residents gathered on Thursday night to support Antonio “Tony” Gonzalez, a neighbor and local business owner,…