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Juneteenth's 160th anniversary celebrations at Malcolm X Park on Sunday brought together vendors and community members to celebrate culture and creativity.
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Philadelphians rally for ‘No War on Iran’
The action comes as President Donald Trump said he is weighing U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
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Listen 1:15Meet the 99-year-old who has helped 12,000 adults get back to work in Kensington and beyond
Over the past 45 years, Baker Industries has helped tens of thousands of adults transition back into the workforce in both Malvern and Philadelphia.
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Listen 1:06Chester County’s Voices Underground is creating a national memorial to the Underground Railroad
Three sites will tell different facets of the history of the Underground Railroad in Chester County.
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Listen 1:18African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates Juneteenth with block party
The Museum brought Philadelphians together in celebration of the holiday’s 160th anniversary.
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The museum’s special programming targeted visitors who may not have known about America’s second independence day and the people behind it.
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Philly’s African Restaurant Week returns with delicious deals and a range of bold flavors
Starting today, Black and African-owned restaurants are hosting events and offering discounts, all leading up to a special celebration at LOVE Park.
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How Juneteenth and Black America helped shape U.S. cuisine
NPR's Ben Abrams utilized his culinary background for a deep dive on the connection between food and Juneteenth.
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June 18 - June 22: Clifford Brown Jazz Fest in Del., Fishtown Beer Fest in Philly and Food Truck & Music Fest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.
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Montgomery County prohibits its employees from cooperating with ICE, barring legal requirements
The policy includes protocol for how county employees should interact with federal immigration agents.
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WHYY’s Bridging Blocks tackles ableism and accessibility in latest community conversation
During the community conversation, the group talked about people in power and those meant to help them didn't listen to their needs.
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Why are Gen Z men sticking with religion and young women leaving it?
For the first time, men appear to be more religious than women, with higher church attendance. These trends come at a time when religiosity in America is finally stabilizing.
Air Date: June 18, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 46:06We taste-tested this year’s Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly: Crunch Off’ chips. Here’s what we thought
Like the past three years, we had folks in WHYY’s office pick their favorite chip flavor. We haven’t failed to predict the overall winner yet.
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More than 50% of Philly residents have family or friends struggling with substance abuse. One in three know someone who died from overdose.
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