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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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Iran protesters hold up signs in Philadelphia
Politics & Policy

Iran war protesters in Philadelphia target McCormick, Fetterman, demanding end to conflict

Demonstrators said they are concerned about the human and financial costs of war overseas while Americans struggle at home.

38 minutes ago

Special counsel Robert S. Mueller III testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington
Politics & Policy

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller, who investigated Russia-Trump campaign ties, dies

At the FBI, Mueller set about almost immediately overhauling the bureau’s mission to meet the law enforcement needs of the 21st century.

5 hours ago

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Politics & Policy

Delaware Latino entrepreneurs gather at Legislative Hall to connect with lawmakers and strengthen community ties

Dozens of Latino entrepreneurs gathered in Dover to meet Delaware lawmakers, network and highlight the growing presence of Latino businesses.

12 hours ago

Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper stands with his teammates
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Phillies 2026 preview: Roster moves, new ballpark bites and what to know ahead of Opening Day

The defending NL East champions are coming back to Citizens Bank Park with some new players and a few question marks.

14 hours ago

A sign on a fence reads Danger Do NOt Enter
Community

South Philly homeless encampment residents facing displacement call on the city for safe outdoor living space

A scheduled sweep of an outdoor encampment called Camp Chloe, home to about 20 people, was delayed Friday morning.

23 hours ago

Progressive leaders publicly endorse state Rep. Chris Rabb in his race for Congress at Philadelphia City Hall.
Politics & Policy

Philly progressive groups endorse Rep. Chris Rabb for Congress as Dave Oxman drops out and endorses Ala Stanford

The endorsements help state Rep. Chris Rabb solidify his place as a progressive outsider in the race for a mostly Democratic district.

1 day ago

Wilmington Mayor John Carney
Politics & Policy

Advocates call for more support for Wilmington renters during Mayor Carney’s budget speech

Wilmington housing advocates and the mayor's office are at odds over his opposition to rent assistance and stabilization programs.

1 day ago

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In a video screengrab, Quakertown police officers are seen arresting someone outside Sunday’s Deli & Restaurant, where students had gathered to protest ICE on Feb. 20, 2026.
Courts & Law

Bucks DA drops felony charges against Quakertown teen arrested during ICE protest

Quakertown police arrested five students on Feb. 20 after a confrontation with officers when they were protesting federal immigration enforcement.

1 day ago

Councilmember Jamie Gauthier at street renaming
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia City Council member moves to rezone closing schools to curb developer interest in valuable land

Jamie Gauthier wants to rezone schools to limit redevelopment of school buildings, arguing their land value is driving decisions instead of students’ needs.

1 day ago

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The Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility on State Road in Philadelphia
Courts & Law

Former Philadelphia prison guard pleads guilty to civil rights violations, falsifying records

Christopher Knight, a former sergeant at Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility, will be sentenced in July.

1 day ago

a power line
Science

Precedent-setting Pa. rate case would protect residential electricity customers from data center costs in PPL territory

It’s the first time a Pennsylvania utility agreed to shield average ratepayers from data center costs. Data centers will pay $11 million for low-income rate relief.

2 days ago

A close-up shot of a painting depicting people trading goods at a market
Community

‘Seeking profit and power’: Seaport Museum exhibit traces the first U.S.-China trade

A newly independent America needed international trading partners. China was the big fish.

2 days ago

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A wall display in the exhibition
Arts & Entertainment

How Philly’s Mütter Museum is rethinking human remains in its collection

The project to collect feedback started two years ago, with a national controversy and high-profile leadership changes along the way.

2 days ago

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side-by-side photos of Josh Shapiro and Dave Sunday
Politics & Policy

‘Real world consequences’: Gov. Shapiro, AG Sunday join school discussion on AI after recent explicit deepfake scandals

Parents of victims of explicit AI-generated images called for better responses from school districts.

2 days ago

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911 on a phone screen
Politics & Policy

Delaware County completes $38 million upgrades of 911 radio system

In 2020, the County Council began investing to shift Delaware County to the newer Project 25 radio system.

2 days ago

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