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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.
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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.

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Community

Montgomery County backs 16 community projects to improve trails, public spaces

The initiatives range from restoring native plant species in Abington Township to rehabilitating Lansdale’s historic freight house to serve as the borough’s welcome center.

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Weather

The mid-Atlantic region could see fewer hurricanes this year, but climate change could still make them worse

NOAA is rolling out an experimental tool to help emergency planners predict extreme rain events in 60 cities, including Philadelphia and Dover, Delaware.

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Science

Conservationists launch plan to protect Wissahickon Valley Park and Creek

During the aftermath of Hurricane Ida in 2021, water rushed down the creek, flooding Forbidden Drive.

14 hours ago

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Science

Delaware lawmakers aim to make data centers pay higher rates

The legislation would require data centers to take financial responsibility for their impact on the grid.

1 day ago

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Community

‘Safe, supported and ready to learn’: Delaware advocates push rental voucher pilot for students experiencing homelessness

To receive vouchers, heads of families must meet income requirements and be working, looking for work or doing job training.

1 day ago

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Courts & Law

Judge dismisses human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported

Abrego Garcia's mistaken deportation to El Salvador last year became an embarrassment for President Donald Trump’s administration when it was ordered to return him to the U.S.

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Science

Philly dermatologists explain what approval of new U.S. sunscreen ingredient could mean for skin protection

The FDA is considering adding bemotrizinol as an ingredient for U.S. sunscreens. Experts say it could lead to stronger skin cancer prevention options.

2 days ago

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Politics & Policy

Groups founded by billionaire Koch brothers sue Delaware over campaign finance law requiring donor disclosure

The federal lawsuit charges that the 2012 law serves to “chill free speech," but a state official says the plaintiffs are “trying to keep dark money dark.”

2 days ago

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Weather

New Jersey drought warning persists into summer months as residents are urged to conserve water

Despite a snowy winter, New Jersey has not seen enough precipitation to bring streams and groundwater sources back to normal levels.

2 days ago

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PlanPhilly
Community

Need a hoe, nut wheel or corn shucker? Philly’s new farm tool library has community gardens covered

The Agriculture Resource Center in West Fairmount Park will lend tools and offer free skills workshops.

2 days ago

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Money

Philadelphia sports industry insiders hope summer festivities will translate into new opportunities

Five panelists spoke at WHYY on Thursday, exploring the opportunities and challenges the city faces as America’s 250 celebrations include a packed sports schedule in Philly.

2 days ago

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Politics & Policy

Krasner calls for head of Philadelphia Democratic Party to resign

The progressive district attorney posted a video to X saying the Democratic Party would suffer if Bob Brady doesn’t call it quits.

2 days ago

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Community

Philadelphia designates May 21 as Ona Judge Day, honoring woman who escaped George Washington’s household

The day honors the woman who escaped enslavement after fleeing President George Washington's home in 1796.

2 days ago

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Dying on the Inside: Women Lifers at Muncy Prison

Muncy lifer creates magazine by and for incarcerated people

In collaboration with Let’s Get Free, Sarita Miller has edited Daughters magazine since 2020.

2 days ago

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

The Philadelphia Renaissance Faire, ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ at the Arden, Don Toliver and more in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

May 21–25: Art Battle in Delaware, Asian Eats Restaurant Week in Philly and Journey’s final tour in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

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