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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.
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Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop, R&B and more stripping down their sound for a concert series that's unlike anything else on the internet — or the radio.

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U.S. Supreme Court tells Gov. Wolf to defend business closure orders

The high court has not agreed to take the case, but wants Gov. Tom Wolf to provide more information about the claim that his closure order is unconstitutional.

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Pennsylvania Gov Tom Wolf
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Republicans subpoena Wolf administration for documents related to controversial business waiver process

The state’s auditor general said he has begun an audit into the controversial process, but won’t release the names of businesses that received a coveted waiver.

5 years ago

Pennsylvania Gov Tom Wolf
Money

Coronavirus update: Pa. expands testing recommendations

“Previously we were recommending testing health care workers and seniors with symptoms. We have liberalized that now to anyone with symptoms,” said Health Secretary Levine.

5 years ago

A vender wearing a face masks to protect against the spread of new coronavirus, works at a produce stand on South 9th Street in Italian Market neighborhood of Philadelphia, Thursday, April 9, 2020. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
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Map: Which Philly ZIP codes got the most city COVID-19 business relief so far

The city’s small business relief funds have touched virtually every neighborhood in the city –– but certain areas saw more benefits than others.

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Lyft lays off nearly 1,000 employees as virus saps demand for rides

Lyft is laying off 982 employees — 17% of its workforce — as it tries to reduce costs amid plummeting demand for rides.

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Comcast extends free WiFi offerings, eliminating disconnects and late fees through June 30

Comcast is pledging to not disconnect a customer’s Xfinity internet or impose late fees if the individual contacts the company saying they cannot afford payments this month.

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Coronavirus update: N.J. to reopen parks, freelancers get unemployment

The reopenings take effect Saturday. Freelancers and gig workers to start receiving unemployment payments.

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Donna Partin owns four franchises in south-central Pennsylvania of Merry Maids cleaning service. (Kate Landis/PA Post)
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Coronavirus unemployment benefits are high, putting workers and employers at odds

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The Philadelphia Tribune

Black barbershop owners are divided over coronavirus social distancing

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The Rehoboth Beach boardwalk closed to the public after Del. Gov. John Carney ordered all state beaches closed in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. (Butch Comegys for WHYY)
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Many questions, few answers at first Delaware coronavirus business forum

More than 300 people attended an online forum hosted by the Delaware Division of Small Business to get feedback on the state’s plans to reopen.

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The House State Government Committee meets on April 27, 2020.
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PA Post

Zoos, pet groomers and garden centers: Pa. House Republicans push for more businesses to reopen

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Spotlight PA

Pa. senators threaten subpoena if Wolf administration refuses to turn over list of coronavirus business waivers

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County recommends new leadership for Wilmington Airport

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