Skip to content
The Daily is the radio edition of the popular podcast by the same name, produced by The New York Times. Hosts Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise provide an irresistible layman’s approach to some of the most compelling and complicated stories of our time.

The Daily / Today Explained

Listen Live

Listen Live

Everything you need to know about what’s happening in the Delaware Valley – from news and politics to science and the arts– delivered with a fresh perspective, all in an hour. Learn something new and add your voice to energizing live conversations with co-hosts Avi Wolfman-Arent and Cherri Gregg.
Next

Studio 2

Everything you need to know about what’s happening in the Delaware Valley – from news and politics to science and the arts– delivered with a fresh perspective, all in an hour. Learn something new and add your voice to energizing live conversations with co-hosts Avi Wolfman-Arent and Cherri Gregg.

WHYY
rewind
play
fast-forward
 
 
 
Radio Schedule
WHYY
  • DONATE
Primary Menu
  • News
  • Radio & Podcasts
    • Radio Schedule
    • Ways to Stream
    • WHYY Listen App
  • TV
    • WHYY TV Schedule
    • WHYY Watch App
    • Live TV
    • Watch on Demand
    • Stream PBS Kids
  • Arts
  • Events
  • Education
    • WHYY Youth Media
    • WHYY Media Labs
    • WHYY Early Education Programs
    • For Students
    • Pathways to Media Careers
    • Youth Media Awards
  • Support
    • Membership
    • WHYY Passport
    • WHYY Member Portal
    • Sponsorship
    • Vehicle Donation Program
    • Volunteer
  • NEWSLETTERS
  • DONATE

Community

Portraits of people are displayed outdoors, as viewers seated in chairs look on.
Community Events
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Visual Arts

Portrait exhibit honors victims of Philadelphia gun violence ahead of Mother’s Day

The art exhibit at City Hall featured the portraits of 55 homicide victims as a way to help grieving mothers who’ve lost children to gun violence.

3 years ago

Holly Alvarez of Holly Rose Wholesale florist in Mount Laurel, N.J., carries a bundle of roses that will be used to make Mothers Day bouquets for women whos children have died. Working with the Compassionate Friends of Camden County, Alvarez will deliver about 50 bouquets on Mothers Day. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Home & Family
New Jersey
Public Safety

South Jersey florist honoring mothers who are grieving on Mother’s Day

Holly Alvarez, who is a co-owner of Holly Rose Wholesale in Mount Laurel, will spend Mother’s Day delivering bouquets to at least 40 grieving mothers.

3 years ago

Trevor Clifford, with the help of friend Abe Rosenthal, turned a Cannondale bike into a Pac-Man themed
Outdoors
Performing Arts
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Gearing up for mud: Racers and obstacle-makers prepare for the infamous Kensington Derby & Arts Festival

When it comes to showcasing Philly’s DIY spirit and love for the absurd, few events can compare.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw is shown up close, with a city block and street visible behind her.
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Policing
Public Safety

Philly’s first female top cop wants to change public opinion about law enforcement, and herself

A new mayor will need to partner with Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw — or replace her — to tackle the city’s gun violence crisis.

3 years ago

Elon Musk (Kiichiro Sato/AP)
Business
Media
Technology

Elon Musk says he’s found a woman to lead Twitter as new CEO

Shares of Tesla rose about 2% Thursday after Musk made the announcement.

3 years ago

Pete Buttigieg
Technology
Transportation

Tesla shouldn’t call driving system Autopilot because humans are still in control, Buttigieg says

Secretary Buttigieg says he’s concerned about Tesla’s marketing of the system, which is being investigated in crashes that have caused at least 14 deaths since 2016.

3 years ago

Peloton exercise machine with logo
National
Technology

Peloton is recalling more than 2 million exercise bikes in the U.S., Here’s why

Peloton is recalling more than 2 million of its exercise bikes in the U.S. because the bike’s seat post assembly can break during use, posing fall and injury hazards.

3 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid (left) tries to get past Boston Celtics' Malcolm Brogdon during the first half of Game 4 in an NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinals playoff series, Sunday, May 7, 2023, in Philadelphia
Philadelphia
Sports

MVP Joel Embiid leads All-NBA team; runner-up Nikola Jokic lands on 2nd team

It was a reversal of the results from 2021 and 2022, when Jokic was MVP over Embiid, who then had to settle for the second-team All-NBA center spot.

3 years ago

A Norfolk Southern freight train makes it way through Homestead, Pa.
Pennsylvania
Public Safety
Transportation

9 railcars from Norfolk Southern train derail in Pennsylvania, no hazardous chemicals on board

The rail company said in a statement that the derailment happened late Wednesday outside of New Castle, Pa.

3 years ago

Newly-appointed Philadelphia Flyers team president of hockey operations Keith Jones (left) and general manager Danny Briere
Philadelphia
Sports

Flyers name Keith Jones team president, Briere general manager

Jones was a surprise choice Thursday after he spent the last 23 years as an analyst for Flyers telecasts on NBC Sports Philadelphia.

3 years ago

A sign reads Police Department of University of Delaware
Criminal Justice
Delaware
Higher Education
6abc

Police investigate swastika drawn on door of Jewish professor at University of Delaware

Investigators are going to great lengths to track a suspect down, reviewing video from over 1,000 cameras on campus.

3 years ago

Migrants are on the bus.
Government
Immigration
Philadelphia

‘You are welcome here’: Philly offers services to latest group of asylum seekers sent from Texas

The city is preparing for another wave of buses as more people are expected to cross the border when COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.

3 years ago

A black plume rises over East Palestine, Ohio, as a result of a controlled detonation of a portion of the derailed Norfolk Southern trains.
Business
Pennsylvania
Public Health
Transportation

Norfolk Southern creates fund for homeowners near Ohio derailment to compensate for decline in value

CEO Alan Shaw said the company was “undertaking these efforts and expenses without any judicial or investigatory finding of fault.”

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) throws a pass as New York Giants linebacker Jihad Ward (55) tries to rush in on him during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia
Sports
6abc

Philadelphia Eagles to host New York Giants at the Linc on Christmas Day 2023

The full 2023 NFL schedule won't be released for another day, but we already know of one date Eagles fans will be circling on their calendar.

3 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) smiles while walking down court with James Harden (1) during the second half of Game 5 in the NBA basketball Eastern Conference semifinals playoff series against the Boston Celtics
Philadelphia
Sports

Embiid scores 33, 76ers beat Celtics 115-103 for 3-2 lead

Philadelphia will have chance to close out the series and advance to the conference finals when they host Game 6 on Thursday.

3 years ago

Page 225 of 947« First«...223224225226227...»Last »
Arts & Entertainment Community Courts & Law Education Health Lifestyle Money Politics & Policy Science Urban Planning Weather
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor

Latest News

  • What can older adults do to overcome isolation during winter?

    4 hours ago

  • Philadelphia officer remembered as ‘a bright light’ at funeral seven years after motorcycle crash

    6 hours ago

    Listen 1:13
  • Delaware City Refinery failed to immediately report accurate butane emissions

    16 hours ago

    Listen 1:06
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor

Want a digest of WHYY’s programs, events & stories? Sign up for our weekly newsletter.

Together we can reach 100% of WHYY’s fiscal year goal

Donate
Learn about WHYY Member benefits
Ways to Donate
WHYY

WHYY provides trustworthy, fact-based, local news and information and world-class entertainment to everyone in our community.

WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyone’s stories, a foundation to empower early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. Learn more about Social Responsibility at WHYY. It’s how we live.

Contact Us

Philadelphia

215.351.1200
talkback@whyy.org

Delaware

302.516.7506
talkback@whyy.org

Our Programs

  • Albie’s Elevator
  • Art Outside
  • Ask Governor Meyer
  • Billy Penn at WHYY
  • Check, Please! Philly
  • The Connection
  • The Declaration’s Journey
  • Delishtory
  • Flicks
  • Fresh Air
  • Good Souls
  • Jukebox Journey
  • Movers & Makers
  • On Stage at Curtis
  • Peak Travel
  • Philadelphia Revealed
  • PlanPhilly
  • The Pulse
  • Radio Times Rewind
  • Sports In America
  • Studio 2
  • Things To Do
  • Voices in the Family
  • WHYY News Climate Desk
  • You Oughta Know
  • Your Democracy

Inside WHYY

  • About
    • Social Responsibility at WHYY
    • Board and Executives
    • Community Advisory Board
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Employment
    • Internships
    • Press Room
    • Meet Our Newsroom
    • WHYY News Style Guide
    • WHYY Productions
    • WHYY Spaces
    • Submissions
    • History
    • Directions
    • Coverage Area
    • Financial Statements
    • WHYY Community Report
    • Supporters
    • Privacy
  • Mobile Apps
  • Meet Our Newsroom
  • Employment
  • Lifelong Learning Award
  • N.I.C.E. Initiative
  • Contact Us
  • Sponsorship
  • Directions
  • FCC Public Files
  • FCC Applications

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
Sign up for a Newsletter

© MMXXV WHYY

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use for WHYY.org