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Economy

An illustration of Philly City Hall is overlayed with bitcoin
Studio 2
Money

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

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FILE - A grocery cart rests in a cart return area with a sign for Albertsons grocery store in the background on Aug. 26, 2024, in Lake Oswego, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)
Money

Proposed 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.

6 months ago

Donald Trump stands
Politics & Policy

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.

6 months ago

The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Politics & Policy

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.

6 months ago

DEI - Is it a truly beneficial practice, or just empty corporate jargon?
Studio 2
Courts & Law

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 51:15
Elon Musk
Courts & Law

Delaware 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.

6 months ago

Donna DeCaprio sits and smiles
Community

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.

6 months ago

outside of The Philadelphia Film Center
Arts & Entertainment

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.”

6 months ago

Listen 1:04
Gas stations display the price of gasoline
Money

New 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.

6 months ago

Soccer game
Community

‘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.

6 months ago

Two workers in a factory are sorting massive amount of avocados
Politics & Policy

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.

6 months ago

King of Prussia Mall (Simon)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

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 51:45
Donald Trump pointing
Politics & Policy

Trump 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.

6 months ago

Luciano Spennato, second from left, poses with the Scotto Pizza crew in the mid-80s.
Community

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.

6 months ago

Listen 5:11
Kafi Lindsay
Community

Can 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.

7 months ago

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