Business
Who’s filling the local news void in Philly’s suburbs?
As local newspapers Philly suburbs continue to shrink, dozens of scrappy, new media startups have risen to fill the gaps in coverage. What that means for your community.
Air Date: June 27, 2019
Listen 12:43Hahnemann closure will be a public health emergency, nurses union says
The owner of Hahnemann University Hospital has announced it will close in September because of what the company calls "continuing, unsustainable financial losses."
7 years ago
N.J. agency asks tax break recipients for more information after allegations of abuse
The N.J. Economic Development Authority has the power to reduce, suspend, or terminate tax breaks if companies misled regulators on their applications.
7 years ago
Ed Hipp, Philly turkey bacon seller nets deal from Walmart
Ed Hipp is gearing up to sell his turkey bacon in local Walmart stores.
7 years ago
Supreme Court strikes down ban on trademarking ‘immoral,’ ‘scandalous’ words, symbols
In a win for advocates of free speech, the Supreme Court struck down a ban on trademarking words and symbols that are "immoral" or "scandalous."
7 years ago
Amazon explores having its drones provide ‘home surveillance’ for customers
The tech giant is moving closer to a future in which customers order drones to hover around a home and scan for things like a garage door left open or a broken window.
7 years ago
A retail rainbow: Vendors mark LGBTQ Pride on sales racks
Not everyone praises the Pride merchandising, which some see as thinly disguised corporate promotion.
7 years ago
The bill introduced Thursday by Councilman Mark Squilla would ban lightweight plastic bags and non-recyclable paper bags, while also enacting a 15-cent fee.
7 years ago
Here’s how Philly’s Domestic Worker Bill of Rights would work
Philadelphia could be the biggest city in the U.S. with a Domestic Worker Bill of Rights. Here’s what it could do for an estimated 16,000 workers.
7 years ago
How effective is diversity training?
Many companies require diversity training, but changing people's attitudes and behaviors is challenging. We'll talk about implicit bias, and making inclusive workplaces.
Air Date: June 18, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:16Why safer cars don’t lead to cheaper car insurance … yet
Many new cars have optional features that can help prevent accidents. But those same features also make repairs more expensive.
7 years ago
Ballot question could help black, minority businesses win more city contracts
Black- and minority-owned businesses lose out on the majority of city contracts even though people of color make up the majority of Philadelphia’s population.
7 years ago
How to have a good fight / Trump on opposition research
We discuss how to fight well with our partners, friends and colleagues. And, we get reaction to President Trump's comments about opposition research from foreign governments.
Air Date: June 14, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:16N.J. committee votes to extend controversial tax credit programs
The programs, started under former Gov. Chris Christie, have awarded billions in incentives to companies that agreed to move to or expand in New Jersey.
7 years ago
SugarHouse Casino gets name change as part of $15 million makeover
The SugarHouse Casino will become Rivers Casino Philadelphia this fall.
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