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Fresh Air opens the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics. Fresh Air Weekend collects the best segments from the week's programs and crafts them together for great weekend listening.

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Kamala Harris and Tim Walz
Politics & Policy
6abc

Road closures, parking restrictions for Harris-Walz concert on Ben Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia

Performers have not yet been announced for Monday's concert in Philadelphia, but Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to attend.

2 years ago

a sign reads vote aqui
Politics & Policy

Combating misinformation: How Philly, national organizers are fighting fake news and propaganda targeting Latino voters

“Latinos tend to be some of the most prime targets for mis- and disinformation narratives,” said Claudia Ruiz of UnidosUS.

2 years ago

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Images from the comic book
Arts & Entertainment

Comic book heroes battle for democracy: Philly nonprofit uses comic books to inspire voter turnout

Konkret Comics, Show Up Strong and The Voter Project joined forces to create "Liberty Knights," to encourage and promote voter registration in Philadelphia.

2 years ago

Listen 1:04
A closeup of
Politics & Policy

Partisan or nonpartisan? Voters in West Windsor, N.J. will settle the question on Election Day

Voters in West Windsor, New Jersey will decide on Election Day whether they want to keep their election system nonpartisan.

2 years ago

Fluids are controlled in an operating room in a hospital.
Health

ACA open enrollment kicks off Nov. 1 in Pa., N.J. and Del. Here’s what you need to know

This year’s open enrollment for health insurance coverage in 2025 includes boosted tax credits and new eligibility for DACA recipients.

2 years ago

A closeup of a Wawa sign
Community

60,000 Wawa-branded tumblers recalled because their metal straws can cut customers

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the metal straw inside the now-recalled tumblers can cut a user’s mouth and/or fingers.

2 years ago

Cornel West speaking at a rally
Politics & Policy

Cornel West loses Supreme Court bid to get on the Pennsylvania presidential ballot

Justice Samuel Alito refused his emergency appeal in a brief order Thursday. Alito handles appeals originating in Pennsylvania.

2 years ago

mail ballots on a shelf
Politics & Policy

Republicans ask Pennsylvania court to put on hold decision on mail ballot envelope rules

The national and state Republican parties are appealing a Pennsylvania court ruling that would relax the rules for mail ballots.

2 years ago

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris
Politics & Policy

GOP voters in Delaware voice hope election signals new direction for U.S.

Republican voters in Delaware cite the economy and high prices for consumer products as top concerns heading into next week’s election.

2 years ago

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Peter Nero, a Grammy-winning pianist who interpreted pop songs through classical and jazz forms and served as the Philly Pops' conductor for more than three decades, died Thursday, July 6, 2023. He was 89. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

No Name no more: The name ‘Philly Pops’ is bestowed upon the No Name Pops

The family of the late Peter Nero has given the brand “Philly Pops” to the start-up orchestra.

2 years ago

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Elon Musk speaks
Politics & Policy

A Chester County man signed Elon Musk’s $100 petition. He hasn’t gotten paid yet

The America PAC promises to issue all payments for signing giveaway petitions by Nov. 30, but some have grown tired of waiting.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia City Councilmember Isaiah Thomas in City Council chambers
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly City Council takes first step toward approving Sixers’ arena proposal

Council has yet to vote on the legislative package introduced last week that would authorize the Sixers to build the controversial development.

2 years ago

Donald Trump dancing on stage
Politics & Policy

Investigations into voter registration forms in Pennsylvania lead to wave of misinformation

Lancaster County's Republican DA said election workers raised concerns about two sets of voter registration applications due to what she described as numerous similarities.

2 years ago

A close-up of a skeleton in Philadelphia.
Community

Philly named one of the best cities for Halloween, according to a new report

Philadelphia placed high on the list for one of the best cities to celebrate Halloween, according to a new report.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts
Community

Forty-fore! Eagles get rare opportunity to play golf with former president Barack Obama

Quarterback Jalen Hurts was not permitted to actually play golf, per terms of his $255 million contract.

2 years ago

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