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Apartment buildings in Center City.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia is technically a buyer’s market, but housing economists say that’s misleading

Sellers are less serious, and buyers can’t afford anything. Economists say it will likely take years for things to improve.

1 day ago

The Great Seal of the State of New Jersey. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Money

New Jersey ranks last in regional business climate report for 8th straight year, while Pennsylvania scores best

The analysis looked at six factors, including a range of taxes and the minimum wage in seven northeastern and mid-Atlantic states.

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker delivers budget address
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia City Council rejects most of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s tax proposals to advance $7.1B budget

Parker blamed “billionaire tech companies” after Council rejected a $1 per-ride tax on rideshare services meant to benefit the school district.

3 weeks ago

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Fireworks cascade behind the central portico of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. (Jonathan Wilson for WHYY)
Studio 2
Urban Planning

Is Philly ready for USA 250?

With the nation's birthday just around the corner, will the city’s infrastructure will hold up as well as the Declaration of Independence?

Air Date: June 4, 2026 1:00 pm

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Camden Council President Angel Fuentes speaks at the State of the City address at Camden High School on June 3, 2026.Camden Council President Angel Fuentes speaks at the State of the City address at Camden High School on June 3, 2026.
Politics & Policy

Camden’s mayor says investments in public safety, jobs and neighborhoods are making the city stronger

The mayor spent more than 50 minutes highlighting the city’s record-low crime, neighborhood investments and workforce initiatives in his State of the City address.

3 weeks ago

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Work continues on the construction of the ballroom at the White House and a UFC cage on the South Lawn, Saturday, May 23, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

National politics roundup

We're hosting two political reporters to explore fault lines in the GOP, debates over the future of the Democratic Party, and rapidly evolving tensions abroad.

Air Date: May 26, 2026 1:00 pm

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Maiken Scott is standing at a podium next to a stage which features five panelists sitting in a row.
Money

Philadelphia sports industry insiders hope summer festivities will translate into new opportunities

Five panelists spoke at WHYY on Thursday, exploring the opportunities and challenges the city faces as America’s 250 celebrations include a packed sports schedule in Philly.

1 month ago

Studio 2
Money

Hacking your budget in an uncertain economy

In an uncertain economy with rising inflation, Americans are finding creative, even unorthodox ways to save money. Our experts share budgeting tips and tricks.

Air Date: May 14, 2026

Listen 51:40
A utility meter
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘The system is failing us’: Philadelphia utility customers call on City Council to help rein in bills

Customers, advocates and experts outlined the limited tools the city has to control costs during a hearing on rising utility bills.

1 month ago

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

City roundup: school closures, Uber tax, ICE bills

We're diving into the top local news stories impacting Philadelphians.

Air Date: May 5, 2026 1:00 pm

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Claire Marrazzo Greenwood speaks
Community

The Philly-area economy is ‘sluggish,’ report suggests. A new partnership says family-sustaining wages are key to reversing it

A recent Brookings report found that a lack of economic coordination has led to Philly falling behind other cities and the loss of thousands of jobs.

2 months ago

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Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.

Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm

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Studio 2
Lifestyle

The wild cost of weddings

Couples in the US are spending an about $35,000 on weddings. The pressure for a picture-perfect special day has largely been influenced by social media. Is the price worth it?

Air Date: April 28, 2026 12:00 pm

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New Jersey governor-elect Mikie Sherrill attends a photo opportunity in the governor's office in Trenton, N.J., Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey residents get a new tool to track how the Sherrill administration is spending their tax dollars

State officials unveiled the New Jersey Report Card portal to give residents information about the proposed budget and state spending.

2 months ago

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Philadelphia schools Superintendent Tony Watlington talks with WHYY education reporters in the lobby to his office at school district headquarters on North Broad Street. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

City Council clashes with superintendent over Philly’s school closure plan, Uber tax

Lawmakers are facing pressure from families over floated school closures and opposition to the proposed $1-per-trip rideshare tax.

2 months ago

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