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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner (left) at a news conference in Philadelphia on March 11, 2024 and Pat Dugan at a campaign forum hosted on March 11, 2025
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia election 2025: What to know about the DA race between Larry Krasner and Pat Dugan

Dugan, a former judge, lost the Democratic primary in May. This time around, he’s running as a Republican, after securing the nomination via write-in votes.

3 weeks ago

Looking up at the impressive building at the entrance of the State House
Politics & Policy

N.J. is applying for federal grant money to expand health care options in rural areas

If the application is successful, the Garden State could be awarded $1 billion over five years to improve services for rural residents.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Orion Kerkering
Community

Dodgers advance to NLCS after Kerkering’s costly error in 11th inning beats Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies fell to the Dodgers, 2-1, in 11 innings in Game 4 of the National League Division Series. The Phillies have been eliminated from the playoffs.

3 weeks ago

side-by-side photos of Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli
Politics & Policy

N.J. gubernatorial race: Ciattarelli says he’s suing Sherrill over opioid death accusations

The Democratic candidate for governor accused her Republican challenger of making “millions by working with some of the worst offenders and saying that opioids were safe.”

3 weeks ago

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Passengers walking at Philadelphia International Airport
Community

What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the U.S. government shutdown

The situation may well get worse if the shutdown continues and employees start to miss paychecks.

3 weeks ago

Nicolas O’Rourke speaking at a podium during the rally
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly’s low-income renters could become eligible for new rebate under proposed legislation

The bill builds on an existing state rebate program. It’s designed to help tenants living on fixed incomes.

3 weeks ago

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A Navy ship in the Delaware River
Community

U.S. Navy starts 250th birthday bash in Philly with parade of ships and military fly-overs

Hundreds lined the banks of the Delaware River to catch a glimpse of naval warships as part of a weeklong celebration of the Navy’s founding.

3 weeks ago

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Republican Jack Ciattarelli (left) and Democrat Mikie Sherrill shake hands at the end of the final debate in the New Jersey governor's race, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in New Brunswick, N.J.
Politics & Policy

Ciattarelli and Sherrill clash over military records, immigration and Trump in final New Jersey governor’s debate

The final debate’s format allowed the candidates to trade personal jabs.

3 weeks ago

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Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Schwarber follows his solo home run off Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto during the fourth inning in Game 3 of baseball's National League Division Series Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Los Angeles.
Arts & Entertainment

Kyle Schwarber hits two homers to lift Phillies over Dodgers 8-2 and avoid sweep in NLDS

Schwarber became just the second player to homer over the pavilion.

3 weeks ago

a crowd looks at dancers in the street
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

8 Seconds Rodeo, Oktoberfest, Noah Cyrus and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Oct. 9-12: The Wilmington Film Fest, Chinatown Night Market in Philly and a special screening of Ken Burns’ new docuseries in South Jersey are among the event highlights.

3 weeks ago

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A man holding a piece of biocoal
Science

Can Phoenixville’s sewage become ‘guilt-free coal’?

The municipality has invested millions to pressure cook sewage sludge, in hopes of cutting its climate pollution.

3 weeks ago

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Mark Bray
Education

A Rutgers professor wrote a book about antifa in 2017. Some conservative students want him fired

Mark Bray fled for Europe after he said he received death threats. A former head of Turning Point USA Rutgers says he calls for violence against conservatives.

3 weeks ago

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Supreme Court chambers
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania’s doctors, warning of risk to abortion rights, join fight over state Supreme Court retention votes

The doctors also argue the November retention election could impact health care affordability, patient privacy and equal rights in Pennsylvania.

3 weeks ago

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Cherri Gregg, Samantha Fitzpatrick, Samantha Fitzpatrick and Michael Coard
Community

WHYY hosts screening event and panel discussion honoring the legacy of Justice Thurgood Marshall

Produced by Emmy Award-winner and Oscar nominee Stanley Nelson and Travis Mitchell, the film explores Marshall’s landmark court victories and his historic appointment.

3 weeks ago

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A pile of children’s items at the Burns Material Recovery Facility in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Community

North Philadelphia nonprofit offers vouchers to help would-be dumpers dispose of waste legally

Advocates say minimum fees at private disposal centers can push contractors to illegally dump waste. A new voucher program aims to fill the gap.

3 weeks ago

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