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A person walks by a sign reading Drexel University.
Education

‘No doubt our work is cut out for us’: Drexel faces budget shortfall citing enrollment drop, exploring staff cuts

The university said it’s working to resolve a roughly 10% “structural imbalance” in its operating budget of $1.5 billion.

1 year ago

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Studio 2
Money

What’s going on with the price of groceries?

Cooling inflation hasn’t translated to lower prices on store shelves. We’ll look at how sticker-shock over grocery costs is having an impact on consumers and voters.

Air Date: September 24, 2024 12:00 pm

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Arts & Entertainment

2 major arts funders are shaping the future of the arts in Philadelphia

The National Endowment for the Arts in Washington, D.C., and the Pew Center for Arts and Heritage in Philadelphia are putting millions toward changing the arts landscape.

1 year ago

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Stacy Garrity and Erin McClelland
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: Contested race for Pa. treasurer

Incumbent Republican Stacy Garrity and Democratic challenger Erin McClelland are the major party candidates on the ballot. Three minor party candidates are also in the fray.

1 year ago

Anuj Gupta, left, CEO of The Welcoming Center, speaks with Zeke Hernandez, right, a professor at University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business and author of
Community

5 things to know about immigrants in Philadelphia’s economy

Speakers and panelists discussed the long-term economic benefits of immigrants at a WHYY event on Wednesday.

1 year ago

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Community

Immigrants are fueling Philadelphia’s labor force growth, according to new report from Pew Charitable Trusts

Foreign-born residents account for a third of the city’s labor force growth since 2010.

1 year ago

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Community

Delaware’s immigrant support in crisis as little state funding and specialist shortages threaten essential services

With little to no state funding in Delaware, many nonprofits are on hiatus or closing down their immigration services.

1 year ago

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A bubble artist entertained pedestrian on Walnut Street's first car-free Sunday of September 2024.
Studio 2
Urban Planning

Should Philadelphia get permanent pedestrian zones?

Many cities worldwide embrace pedestrian-friendly design and even places around the US are playing with the concept. But what will it take for us to get there?

Air Date: September 12, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 51:44
Amy Klobuchar speaking at a podium
Politics & Policy

Sen. Amy Klobuchar, local elected officials campaign for Harris-Walz in Lower Bucks

Speakers touted Harris’ plans to expand tax relief for new small businesses and boost new small business applications to 25 million during her first term.

1 year ago

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris
Politics & Policy

Raise taxes on the rich or cut them? Harris, Trump differ on how to boost the U.S. economy

The two presidential nominees are using the week before their debate to sharpen their economic messages about who could do more for the middle class.

1 year ago

This is a mushroom worker at a farm in Kennett Square.
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

How the mushroom industry reveals our broken immigration system

Studio 2 hosted a conversation illustrating how the labor needs of the local mushroom industry highlight the flaws of our federal immigration policy.

Air Date: September 5, 2024 12:00 pm

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Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on stage
Politics & Policy

White House signaling it will likely stop Nippon Steel’s plans to buy U.S. Steel

Biden had already voiced his objections to the merger, backing his supporters in the United Steelworkers union who oppose the deal.

1 year ago

Studio 2
Money

Is the hiring process broken?

Jobseekers are now screened with artificial intelligence, juggle dozens of job boards and avoid ghost job postings. Thousands of applications later, they're still unemployed.

Air Date: September 3, 2024 12:00 pm

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Studio 2
Money

The challenges of buying a home in 2024

What’s it like to buy a house these days? Interest rates are slowly coming down, but inventory is low, and with sky-high prices, first time buyers have it tough.

Air Date: August 21, 2024 12:00 pm

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Money

New Jersey has launched its ANCHOR property tax relief program. Here’s what to know to get your money

Some Garden State residents will need to take specific action in order to get a direct deposit or check, but many others won’t.

1 year ago

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