West Philadelphia
Coverage of West Philadelphia in the Nexus archive.
- Thousands of West Philly tenants remain in limbo as city considers saving 925 affordable rentals
Thousands of West Philadelphia tenants face uncertainty as the city considers preserving 925 affordable rental units. The properties, owned by Neighborhood Restorations, are at risk of becoming market-rate housing as federal affordability restrictions expire. Developer Jim Levin seeks to sell the units to the city to maintain affordability, but no agreement has been reached.
- Philadelphia area digs out from damage left by a severe series of microburst storms
Philadelphia and surrounding areas are recovering from severe microburst storms that caused widespread damage, including downed trees, power lines, and structural damage. A building collapse in West Philadelphia resulted in cars being crushed and trolley tracks blocked, while the National Weather Service confirmed straight-line winds, not tornadoes, were responsible. Mayor Cherelle Parker declared a disaster emergency, and recovery efforts are underway.
- West Philadelphia man shares his journey from poverty to Wall Street in bestselling book
Kevin 'KAYR' Robinson, a West Philadelphia native, shares his journey from poverty to financial success on Wall Street in his bestselling book 'Can’t Break Me,' co-authored with Yale professor Elijah Anderson. The book highlights his mindset shift through 'three Ds'—desire, discipline, and determination—and the support of mentors and community networks.