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Sports in America

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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A crowd of people listen to a town hall about the future of Crozer-Chester Medical Center, at Widener University, on April 15, 2026
Health

Crozer-Chester’s new owner wants to ‘rightsize.’ What does that mean — and how long will it take?

Chariot Allaire Partners says it is in discussions with two to three “major academic medical centers” in the Philly region to run the vacant hospital.

1 month ago

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solar panels
Science

Wilmington residents encouraged to sign up for community solar initiative

Proponents of community solar energy say the initiative is a solution to rising costs of electricity.

1 month ago

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Philadelphia Gas Works
Science

PGW’s proposed liquefied natural gas plant in Philadelphia’s Port Richmond neighborhood now in limbo

PGW says it needs to replace an aging liquefier in Port Richmond. Philadelphia Gas Commission staff had recommended not to approve the project.

1 month ago

Scarlet Tanager in the wild
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‘The Jewels of the Forest’: Scarlet tanagers proposed as Pennsylvania’s ‘migratory bird’

Scarlet tanagers migrate to Pennsylvania’s forests each year to breed before heading back to South America.

2 months ago

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A meter shows energy produced by a photovoltaic system
Science

How to save a few dollars on your electricity bill in the Philadelphia region

From switching to LED light bulbs, to turning down your hot water heater, here are a few things you can do to save on your electricity bill.

2 months ago

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An iceberg near Upernavik, Greenland.
The Pulse
Science

What Greenland Can Teach Us About the Earth’s Past and Future

Politicians see Greenland as an asset. Researchers say the island can teach us about the Earth’s past and future.

Air Date: April 10, 2026

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Salem Nuclear Power Plant as seen from the Blackbird Creek
Science

New Jersey lifts de-facto moratorium on new nuclear facilities in effort to tackle affordability crisis

The move lifts a 40-year de-facto moratorium tied to the federal government finding a permanent facility to store radioactive nuclear waste.

2 months ago

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Studio 2
Health

Dementia breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment and prevention

The latest on dementia, from recent medical advancements in diagnosis and treatment, what you can do to lower your risk today, and how family members can find support.

Air Date: April 8, 2026 12:00 pm

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A water tower looms over the Academy Woods neighborhood
Science

Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in New Jersey’s tap water have dropped 55%, Rutgers study finds

PFAS are commonly found in household items and can remain in the environment — and our blood — for decades.

2 months ago

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Josh Shapiro speaks
Science

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro calls PECO rate hike request ‘pure greed’

PECO seeks to raise rates again by 12.5% for Philly and suburban electric customers. The governor's office says Shapiro believes the rate case should be withdrawn immediately.

2 months ago

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The Pulse
Health

Trouble pooping on vacation? You’re not alone, and here’s how to fix that

Neurogastroenterologist Trisha Pasricha says constipation woes on vacation happen to lots of people — but she says there are solutions.

2 months ago

Industrial warehouses in a large complex
Science

Pa. data centers: How lawmakers are responding, from electricity and water use to tax breaks

Dozens of data centers are planned for the Philly region. Some lawmakers want to put up guardrails, while others want to speed their development.

2 months ago

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Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland.
Health

Crozer-Chester Medical Center’s new owner plans town hall at Widener University

The hospital and its adjacent 64-acre campus in Upland have been left largely untouched since Crozer Health shuttered.

2 months ago

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A closeup of a Wawa sign
Science

Wawa recalls store-branded drinks at some Philadelphia-area locations

The recall affects store-branded iced tea lemon, iced tea diet lemon, diet lemonade and fruit punch 16-ounce pints.

2 months ago

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This image provided by NASA, astronaut and Artemis II mission specialist Christina Koch peers out of one of the Orion spacecraft's main cabin windows, looking back at Earth, as the crew travels towards the Moon on Thursday, April 2, 2026.  (NASA via AP)
Studio 2
Science

Artemis II and the new space race

NASA’s Artemis II mission will surpass the record for the farthest distance traveled from Earth by humans. Next up, NASA wants to build a moon base...but so does China.

Air Date: April 6, 2026 12:00 pm

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