
Liz is a health and science reporter working on WHYY’s The Pulse. Liz is a recent radio convert, whose interests include social determinants of health, watchdog journalism, and all things related to the brain. Before coming to WHYY, Liz spent seven years as a music writer in Beijing.
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Getting to the bottom of Philadelphia’s potholes
What causes potholes — and why are there so many of them?
3 years ago
Listen 11:52Councilmember Gym calls on PPA to pay its fair share to Philly’s schools
The longtime critic of the PPA led the first of a series of investigatory hearings looking into what she called the "financial chaos and questionable expenses of this entity."
3 years ago
As Philly water shutoffs return, city rolls out relief policies
Philadelphia’s COVID moratorium on water shutoffs is ending, but officials are unveiling a patchwork of policies and assistance programs designed to help.
3 years ago
Philadelphia’s Odunde Festival returns after two-year hiatus
After a two-year break due to COVID, one of the biggest street fests dedicated to African American culture and the African diaspora returns.
3 years ago
Wolf announces $5 million investment in Cheyney University’s ThinkUbator project
Cheyney University is probably best known as the nation's oldest historically Black university. But soon, it could also become known for being a leader in biotech.
3 years ago
With property values up 21%, Kenney proposes relief for growing real estate taxes
As anyone currently in the market for a house can tell you, property values in Philadelphia are soaring — and soon, home owners will know exactly how much.
3 years ago
Could magic mushrooms cure COVID-related smell loss?
Users report that psilocybin restored their sense of smell. We ask scientists what could explain this seemingly healing effect.
3 years ago
Listen 15:37Pennsylvania as a whole currently has 1,229 vacant police positions across the state.
3 years ago
How to prepare for a Russian cyberattack
The Cyber Security & Infrastructure Agency issued a ‘shields up’ warning to U.S. companies to protect against cyberattacks that could accompany a Russian invasion of Ukraine.
4 years ago
James Harden says Sixers were his ‘first choice,’ calling the team ’a perfect fit’
Harden excited to join Sixers, calls Philly home to ’best fans in the NBA.’
4 years ago
With Philly’s indoor dining vaccine mandate in full effect, restaurants report smooth rollout
Philly’s COVID-19 vaccine requirement for indoor dining is now fully in effect. So what does this mean for restaurant operators and workers?
4 years ago
Visit Philly opens search for new CEO and president
Following the death of Visit Philly’s previous head, Jeff Guaracino, the tourism marketing agency is looking for a new leader.
4 years ago