
Business
Mayor Parker’s appointed 2026 director to help Philly shine on global stage
There’s a slew of big tourism opportunities in Philadelphia during 2026, so leaders plan to make any economic trickle down more equitable than ever.
10 months ago
Delaware House approves controversial hospital cost review board
Debate lasted more than three hours, at which point House Democrats used a motion to force a vote on the measure.
10 months ago
Philly nail technician opens salon for medical foot and nail care in Delco
Rye’tious Nails combines Sarai Quinice’s nickname “Rye” and a play on “righteous servitude.”
10 months ago
Listen 1:17Regulators close Philadelphia-based Republic First Bank, first U.S. bank failure this year
The FDIC said it had seized the Philadelphia-based bank, which did business as Republic Bank and had roughly $6 billion in assets and $4 billion in deposits as of Jan. 31.
10 months ago
Through May 5, the family-owned business is offering a Miku-themed menu, art, and giveaways.
10 months ago
Taylor Swift fans mean business with Tortured Poets soap, Eras yarn, Kelce cookies
There is a thriving industry devoted to selling crafty products inspired by Swift's music and style.
10 months ago
Senate passes bill forcing TikTok’s parent company to sell or face ban, sends to Biden for signature
The revised legislation extends the deadline, giving ByteDance nine months to sell TikTok, and a possible three-month extension if a sale is in progress.
10 months ago
U.S. bans noncompete agreements for nearly all jobs
The FTC has voted to ban employment agreements that typically prevent workers from leaving their companies for competitors, or starting competing business of their own.
10 months ago
We spend an awful lot of time with our coworkers but when do workplace relationships become friendships and do they help or hurt us on the job?
Air Date: April 23, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:02Looking to cut down on plastics? These Philly-area stores could help
Advocates say corporations need to change their practices to tackle plastics pollution. In the meantime here are some local options for those looking to cut their consumption.
10 months ago
EPA designates 2 forever chemicals as hazardous substances, eligible for Superfund cleanup
The designation requires that releases of PFAs and PFOs into soil or water be reported to federal, state or tribal officials if they meet or exceed certain levels.
10 months ago
Upper Darby officials introduce plans to restrict excessive smoke shops
Township officials want to change zoning laws to clamp down on the rise of smoke shops, which have become a growing nuisance to community members.
10 months ago
Listen 1:02Philly City Council votes to expand protections for contract workers
The city is on track to expand labor protections for workers inside Center City office towers slated for renovation into residential buildings.
10 months ago
Why this Center City medical marijuana dispensary is closing on 4/20
After the biggest cannabis shopping day of the year, the business will shutter after its landlord cut the lease short.
10 months ago
Listen 1:01Philadelphia adults are more likely to have a college degree than the national average but less likely than some peer cities.
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