Economy
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy take their DOGE government efficiency pitch to the Hill
The new group is expected to recommend drastic cuts to the federal workforce and to slash regulation.
2 months ago
Delaware compensation commission considers fix to legislator pension mess
Lawmakers’ pension payments are expected to rise again as longtime House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf prepares to retire.
2 months ago
Trump picks crypto backer Paul Atkins as new Securities and Exchange Commission chair
He's now the CEO of consulting firm Patomak Global Partners which has clients across the financial and cryptocurrency industries.
2 months ago
Do racial minorities, women, other groups benefit from DEI efforts?
Walmart announced it would roll back its DEI policies - and others did the same earlier this year. We discuss why some major employers are shifting away from these policies.
Air Date: December 4, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:15Delaware judge reaffirms ruling that invalidated massive Tesla pay package for Elon Musk
The judge ruled in January that Musk engineered a pay package potentially worth $56 billion in sham negotiations with directors who were not independent.
2 months ago
Some Atlantic City casino workers call on union leader to resign for opposing a smoking ban
Workers seeking an end to smoking in Atlantic City casinos say the main employee union has been won over by tobacco companies seeking allies in the fight against restrictions.
2 months ago
Renovations underway at Philadelphia Film Society Center following strong pandemic recovery
The grant from Philadelphia’s Wyncote Foundation recognized film as a “driver for community engagement and economic growth.”
2 months ago
Listen 1:04New Jersey’s gas tax climbing by nearly 3 cents starting New Year’s Day
Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration said Monday the state’s gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon.
2 months ago
‘This ripple effect we’re seeing’: Delaware sports tourism brings in $5 million a week
The BMW golf championship in 2022 was the biggest event by far, but youth soccer, lacrosse, basketball, baseball and softball tourneys fuel the industry.
2 months ago
Trump’s tariffs may be targeted at others — but they could impact you too
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to slap hefty tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico. Those tariffs would hurt America too — if they are carried out.
2 months ago
The American shopping mall isn’t dead
Even with fewer shoppers, the mall isn't dead yet. With holiday shopping underway, some malls are finding creative ways to survive with experiences, entertainment and more.
Air Date: November 26, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 51:45Trump has promised lower taxes. These are 3 ways it could impact you
From "no tax on tips" to Social Security, Donald Trump has made a range of promises about the taxes Americans will pay. We take a look at three changes we could see.
2 months ago
Is the American shopping mall dead? The Philadelphia area has seen its fair share disappear
Industry experts believe the mall is not extinct, but evolving. However, there is a difference between the institution and a beloved small town mall like Granite Run.
2 months ago
Listen 5:11Can investors reaping profits and social equity coincide? Here’s why one Philly CEO says yes
The new CEO of ImpactPHL wants to convince investors that they can earn a return while contributing to social justice. Here’s her big elevator pitch.
2 months ago
Listen 3:32Lutnick is a co-chair of Trump’s transition operation helping to find the team that will work in the next administration.
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