Economy
Federal Reserve raises its key rate for 11th time by a quarter-point in its drive to slow inflation
The move lifted the Fed’s benchmark short-term rate from roughly 5.1% to 5.3% — its highest level since 2001.
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As Rehoboth considers following Dewey Beach in banning dispensaries, southern Delaware lawmakers consider county-level regulation.
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Philly union workers rally just days before UPS contract expires
The union contract between 5,000 Philadelphia Teamsters and UPS will expire on July 31. If no deal is reached, members have authorized a strike.
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A Pa. House Democrat is resigning amid the budget impasse, costing the caucus its one-vote advantage
The Pa. state House will be tied 101 to 101 between Democrats and Republicans.
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Valley Forge to host the YMCA National Championship in 2024
Three Montgomery County YMCA gyms will run the event together. They expect about 1,700 athletes plus their families to attend.
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Inflation eases to its lowest in over two years, but it’s still running a bit high
Annual inflation hit 3% in June, the lowest since March 2021, a sign that the Federal Reserve's aggressive rate hikes are having an impact.
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Making Friends in Adulthood, Rip Currents, The First Bank
It can be difficult and awkward to find a groove with new friends as an adult. We'll talk about how to make, and keep, new friends at any age.
Air Date: July 11, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:09Center City foot traffic rebounds on weekends, still lags on workdays
Weekend pedestrian traffic in downtown Philadelphia during May was 94% of what it was in 2019, according to cell phone data compiled by the Center City District.
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Bad blood, technicalities, and complicated code bills keep the Pa. budget in limbo
The PA budget is still at an impasse due to process technicalities and tension between Gov. Shapiro, the House, and the Senate.
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Philly-area job recovery outpaces New York City, D.C., and Baltimore
Even leisure and hospitality, which has been slower to recover since the pandemic began, has seen a full recovery.
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Gov. Shapiro calls on divided Legislature to finalize budget past deadline
On Thursday, Shapiro disputed Republican’s accusations that he went back on his word on the $45 billion spending plan.
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After Shapiro reverses position on school vouchers, Pa. House passes a budget and Senate cries foul
The Pa. House has passed a budget plan, after Gov. Josh Shapiro pledged to veto a school voucher program. Senate Republicans say it’s a betrayal.
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Here are the 5 things to know about the state of the economy this Independence Day
The economy continues to grow, the job market is strong, but inflation and rising interest rates are keeping recession fears alive.
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As meat prices hover near record highs, here are 3 ways to save on your July 4 cookout
If you're planning to throw some meat on the grill this weekend, here are some ways to save money in the process.
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Internet gambling would be given 5 more years under latest change in New Jersey
An original bill reauthorizing online betting would have given it another 10 years, but lawmakers sliced that to just two years on Tuesday.
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