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Sen. McCormick, NIH director tour Penn medical sciences laboratory amid NIH funding crisis
The visit comes as questions swirl around the future of NIH funding. Sen. Dave McCormick said he would oppose any new cuts.
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Listen 1:32Delaware lawmakers offer competing bills to regulate kratom, an opioid-like herbal supplement
Critics say kratom is dangerous and addictive, but others say it’s effective for withdrawing from opiates and pain relief.
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Listen 0:54Philadelphia needs lifeguards. Apply today to qualify for a $1,000 end-of-season bonus
Free lifeguard training is open to all, and applicants ages 16-24 can receive a free Red Cross certification.
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Listen 0:57Two local researchers explain why the site matters to their work, and the field of social psychology.
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Listen 2:03Health system leaders say they hope the new collaboration brings pediatric speciality care services closer to Delaware and local communities.
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Listen 1:11Volunteers collect over 125,000 of pieces of plastic waste from New Jersey beaches
In 2025, 83% of the trash collected from New Jersey’s beaches were made from plastic.
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Listen 1:11Penn argued that complying with the request for information would put employees and students at risk.
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Listen 0:59PECO employees union allege company isn’t bargaining in good faith as midnight deadline nears
The stalemate comes one day after PECO filed a rate hike request with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.
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Seaside Park votes to annex South Seaside Park from Berkeley Township
South Seaside Park, home to about 400 residents, had submitted a petition to join Seaside Park last year.
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Federal judge finds Trump violated First Amendment by ordering NPR, PBS defunded
The decision leaves the future of federal funding for public media “unresolved,” WHYY’s CEO said Tuesday, but it’s a positive sign.
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Listen 1:15Philly landlords escalate fight over legislation aimed at protecting city renters
A motion filed Monday seeks to add new allegations to a rare lawsuit that alleges a City Council committee violated state law.
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Listen 1:05Delco DA Tanner Rouse charges Parkside Borough Council president with theft
The Delaware County District Attorney’s Office estimates that $2,499.94 of taxpayer funds were used to purchase about 390 gallons of gas for personal use.
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2026 WHYY News Civic News Summit highlights trust, truth and the future of local news
The conference will focus on media integrity and distinguishing truth from misinformation, with panels on public media and community engagement.
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Listen 6:37Delaware State University honors Tuskegee Airmen, inspiring the next generation of aviation leaders
Delaware State University's Tuskegee commemoration connects history with opportunity, introducing students to careers in aviation and STEM.
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Listen 1:16Wonderland Pier redevelopment drives Ocean City, N.J. mayoral race
The property is no longer operating as an amusement park, and current zoning only allows for amusements and retail.
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