Economy
Bipartisan tax deal could expand Child Tax Credit and extend business tax breaks
The legislation expands a popular child tax credit and aplies to families with multiple children. It also speeds up some tax breaks for research and development expensing for
2 years ago
Reinventing Yourself, A Visit From Weckerly’s Ice Cream, Eagles End in Disaster
What does it take to make the perfect ice cream flavor? Plus, why a change in career, life goals and priorities is possible at any age. And, Eagles' NFL season embarrassment.
Air Date: January 16, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:41Congressional leaders ready stopgap bill to extend government funding to March
The temporary measure will run to March 1 for some federal agencies whose approved funds are set to run out Friday.
2 years ago
House conservatives reject bipartisan spending agreement over demands for further cuts
Without support from the most conservative members of his party, Johnson will have to rely heavily on Democratic support to avert a government shutdown.
2 years ago
Congressional leaders reach a deal to fund the government, avert a shutdown
The deal — which has yet to pass Congress — adheres to the spending levels agreed to by President Biden and former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy in a deal last summer.
2 years ago
Casino smoking and boosting in-person gambling are among challenges for Atlantic City in 2024
The most burning issue for Atlantic City in the new year is likely to be whether state lawmakers approve a measure to ban smoking in the nine casinos.
2 years ago
Why corporate bankruptcies were up in 2023 despite the improving economy
Hundreds of debt-saddled companies filed for bankruptcy this year, as the era of easy money caught up to corporations. High interest rates mean banks aren't extending lifeline
2 years ago
The arts are having a bumpy pandemic recovery in Philly, new report shows
An influx of $6 million in federal COVID recovery funds is coming to Philly. But a new study shows the progress in the arts sector is uneven.
2 years ago
Listen 1:13Philadelphia businesses say they struggle with labor, access to money
Economists forecast that the Philly region will see a “soft landing” instead of an abrupt halt to business in the new year.
2 years ago
Listen 1:19The Best TV of 2023, Checking in on the Economy
We'll talk with Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia's Patrick Harker about inflation, interest rates and more. And, 2023 TV shows- we'll share our favorites and yours, too.
Air Date: December 20, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:00Miracle on South 13th Street, Holiday Package Delivery, ‘Bake Your Heart Out’
Do you have a family recipe you make every year? Baker and blogger Dan Langan discusses his favorite cookie recipes and answers your baking questions.
Air Date: December 19, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:01Pa. lawmakers did not agree to spend more money on a popular home repair program or send additional money to poor schools despite a promise to do so earlier this year.
2 years ago
The Fed leaves interest rates unchanged but sees scope to cut them next year
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, amid signs of easing inflation. The central bank signaled that its benchmark borrowing rate may start to fall next
2 years ago
Inflation continues to moderate thanks to a big drop in gas prices
Consumer prices rose 3.1% in November from a year ago, marking a more moderate pace of inflation thanks in large part to falling gasoline prices.
2 years ago
Air Traffic Controllers on Edge, Future of Pharmacies, Unhoused Youth
Throngs of holiday travelers at airports across the country put heavy stress on an already strained aviation system. We hear about an investigation into airport safety.
Air Date: December 5, 2023 12:00 pm
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