
Economy
House approves funding bill and sends to Senate hours before government shutdown deadline
The plan would temporarily fund federal operations and disaster aid, but drops President-elect Trump's demands for a debt limit increase into the new year.
4 months ago
Philly’s biggest and weirdest stories of 2024
From standout political and cultural moments, to off-the-wall antics that could only happen in Philly, we’re talking about the top local news stories of the year.
Air Date: December 19, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 52:43The University of Pennsylvania said the new filings in a 2022 class-action lawsuit were meant to embarrass the schools. Ten have agreed to settlements.
4 months ago
Crypto’s future: Stable investment or risky gamble?
We’re talking about cryptocurrency. Wednesday Bitcoin topped $100k again and with a crypto-friendly administration coming into the White House, is crypto finally mainstream?
Air Date: December 12, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 46:56Proposed merger of supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons is halted by federal, state judges
Kroger and Albertsons in 2022 proposed what would be the largest grocery store merger in U.S. history.
5 months ago
Trump says he can’t guarantee tariffs won’t raise prices and won’t rule out revenge prosecutions
The president-elect made the comments in an interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press” that aired Sunday. He also touched on immigration, abortion and foreign policy.
5 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.
5 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.
5 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.
5 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.”
5 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.
5 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.
5 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.
5 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
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