Economy
In Pennsylvania’s Senate race, Casey puts ‘greedflation’ and corporations on the ballot
Sen. Casey is leading the Democratic attack on “greedflation” — a blunt term for corporations that jack up prices and rip off shoppers to maximize profits.
10 months ago
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, projects 3 rate cuts later this year
While inflation has cooled significantly over the last year, recent measures show prices are still climbing faster than the central bank would like.
10 months ago
How Immigration Shapes America, Dance Legend Rennie Harris
Immigration at our Southern border has become a central issue in the 2024 election. Our guest makes the case for why immigrants are a win for the country.
Air Date: March 20, 2024
Listen 50:00Negotiators reach spending deal but timeline is tight to avoid shutdown
The deal between negotiators from the House and the White House would fund the government until the end of the fiscal year, Sept. 30.
10 months ago
Pennsylvania is flush with surplus cash, but it still faces a looming budget problem
Pennsylvania persistently spends more than it makes in revenue, but lawmakers have struggled for years to agree on lasting solutions.
10 months ago
Biden calls out ‘shrinkflation’ as part of a broader strategy to reframe how voters view the economy
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, of Pa., introduced the bill that would order the FTC to treat shrinkflation as an unfair or deceptive practice.
10 months ago
Biden touts economic ‘comeback’ in election-year pitch to skeptical voters
President Biden used his State of the Union speech to highlight economic gains and draw a contrast with his GOP opponents.
10 months ago
Taking on junk fees is popular. But can it win Biden more voters?
President Biden is expected to discuss "junk fees" — extra fees that pop up in the purchasing process — in his State of the Union address Thursday.
10 months ago
2 D.C. neighborhoods hang in the balance as the Wizards and Capitals consider leaving town
The sports teams' proposed move to Virginia, as well as the WNBA's Mystics potentially moving into Capital One Arena, has stoked concern in Chinatown and Congress Heights.
10 months ago
Parker is requiring top city officials to work in the office five days a week, but wants all city government and private sector employees to work in person full-time.
10 months ago
Supermarket Shuffle, Babies and Screen Time, HBCU Cheyney Fights Back
As the FTC looks to block the largest supermarket merger in history, a look at the competitive world of grocery stores. Plus, screen time linked to child development issues.
Air Date: February 28, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:29While announcing the largest budget in the state's history, Gov. Murphy proposed reviving a tax on Jersey’s most profitable corporations.
10 months ago
Listen 1:02Burger chain Wendy’s looking to test surge pricing at restaurants as early as next year
The fast food company is looking to test having the prices of its menu items fluctuate throughout the day based on demand.
10 months ago
Biden implores Congress to avoid a government shutdown, send urgent aid to Ukraine and Israel
Biden hosted Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson, Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and the two minority leaders.
10 months ago
Number of new housing units in Center City area hits 5-year high
The benchmark comes as the area continues to see population growth, including an increase in the number of New York transplants.
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