Skip to content
NPR's Morning Edition takes listeners around the country and the world with two hours of multi-faceted stories and commentaries that inform, challenge and occasionally amuse. Morning Edition is the most listened-to news radio program in the country.

Morning Edition

Listen Live

Listen Live

In-depth analysis and commentary on today's biggest news stories as only the BBC can deliver. BBC
Next

BBC Newshour

In-depth analysis and commentary on today's biggest news stories as only the BBC can deliver. BBC "Newshour" covers everything from the growth of democracy to the threat of terrorism with a fresh, clear perspective from across the globe.

WHYY
rewind
play
fast-forward
 
 
 
Radio Schedule
WHYY
  • DONATE
Primary Menu
  • News
  • Radio & Podcasts
    • Radio Schedule
    • Ways to Stream
    • WHYY Listen App
  • TV
    • WHYY TV Schedule
    • WHYY Watch App
    • Live TV
    • Watch on Demand
    • Stream PBS Kids
  • Arts
  • Events
  • Education
    • WHYY Youth Media
    • WHYY Media Labs
    • WHYY Early Education Programs
    • For Students
    • Pathways to Media Careers
    • Youth Media Awards
  • Support
    • Membership
    • WHYY Passport
    • WHYY Member Portal
    • Sponsorship
    • Vehicle Donation Program
    • Volunteer
  • NEWSLETTERS
  • DONATE

Elections

Bags for ballots sit in the York County elections office on Nov. 6, 2019. (Ed Mahon/PA Post)
Politics & Policy
PA Post

7 solutions for Pennsylvania’s problems at the polls

Lessons from this year’s election in Pennsylvania could avoid a mess in 2020.

6 years ago

Mail-in ballots are already used in California and several other states (Rich Pedroncelli/AP Photo)
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

A fix for long lines at the polls? Pa.’s getting mail-in voting for 2020

You’ll have 50 days before the election to finish and submit your ballot.

6 years ago

Elaine Paul Schaefer (left center), Christine Reuther, and Monica Taylor celebrate their historic win for the three open seats on the Delaware County Council. (Emily Cohen for WHYY)
Politics & Policy

What led to the blue wave in the Philly suburbs? Demographics, strong candidates and Donald Trump

Historic elections in 3 of Philadelphia’s 4 collar counties led to a Democratic takeover, driven by demographic shifts and disaffection with the president.

6 years ago

David Oh at his Election Night watch party in Northeast Philadelphia. (Bastiaan Slabbers for WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Is David Oh the future of Philadelphia’s Republican Party?

How a narrow Election Day win could portend a changing fate for Philadelphia Republicans.

6 years ago

There were lots of demonstrations of the new Philly voting machines, but not everyone got a chance to try them before Election Day. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Philly officials praise new voting machines, promise to fix ‘significant wrinkles’ for 2020

The city says issues with new voting machines were expected. They plan to look into complaints and fix them for the 2020 election.

6 years ago

MARK HENNINGER / IMAGIC DIGITAL
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

‘Cleaning out my office’: Four new faces are coming to Philadelphia City Council

Get ready to meet some new municipal leaders, Philly.

6 years ago

Incumbent Councilman at-Large David Oh follows the results at Dimensions Sports Bar in Northeast Philadelphia. (Bastiaan Slabbers for WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community

Councilmember David Oh says he speaks for Asian Americans. Did that help him win?

Oh claims he’s able to speak to and for the Asian American community in Philadelphia. But does that claim check out? And if so, was it the reason for his election night win?

6 years ago

People waiting to vote spilled into the main church area at a West Philly polling place (Willa Rowan)
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Lines were so long at West Philly polls that some people left without voting

“It would have been great to make it home and see my kids before they went to sleep,” said one voter who stayed.

6 years ago

Kendra Brooks at her victory party in North Philadelphia. (Natalie Piserchio for WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Rent control, ending Philly’s 10-year tax abatement: Welcome to City Council 2020

City Council wields significant power over zoning and land use decisions. With new members joining the legislative body, Philly’s development climate is likely to shift.

6 years ago

Republicans Jean Stanfield (left) and Ryan Peters (right) both won on election night (Miguel Martinez for WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Bucking national trend, Republicans make gains in New Jersey election

New Jersey Republicans appeared to defend their Assembly seats in a handful of competitive races and make gains in both houses of the Legislature.

6 years ago

A photo of Marsy Nicholas, the namesake for victim rights legislation that has passed in several states, sits against a chair during a 2013 rally in Santa Ana, Calif. (Bret Hartman/AP Images for Marsy'sLawForAll.org)
Politics & Policy

Pa. voters approve Marsy’s Law by wide margin, but legal challenge could block it

It could take a year or longer to resolve whether victims’ rights measure is constitutional.

6 years ago

Kendra Brooks after declaring victory in North Philadelphia. (Natalie Piserchio for WHYY)
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Working Families Party wins City Council seat in historic Philly election

Kendra Brooks will become the first independent councilmember in modern city history.

6 years ago

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney was elected to another term Tuesday. He joined supporters at IATSE Local 8 in South Philadelphia. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Mayor Jim Kenney Part II: What’s next for Philly under his watch?

Gun violence, poverty, police turmoil — and maybe a recession. Philly’s next four years hold plenty of challenges.

6 years ago

(WHYY)
Politics & Policy

2019 New Jersey general election results

The polls have closed in New Jersey. Check here for live updates on election results.

6 years ago

Stickers are placed out for voters at a polling place on Nov. 6, 2018. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
Politics & Policy

2019 Pennsylvania general election results

The polls have closed in Pennsylvania. Check here for live updates on election results.

6 years ago

Page 258 of 312« First«...256257258259260...»Last »
Arts & Entertainment Community Courts & Law Education Health Lifestyle Money Politics & Policy Science Urban Planning Weather
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor

Latest News

  • Wandering wallaby Rex wrangled near Walmart in Williamstown, New Jersey

    16 mins ago

  • Haddonfield’s Artwalk celebrates ‘The Art of Architecture’

    4 hours ago

    Listen 0:58
  • New financing is available for Philly-area homeowners seeking to install rooftop solar

    5 hours ago

    Listen 1:11
  • WHYY thanks our sponsors — become a WHYY sponsor

Want a digest of WHYY’s programs, events & stories? Sign up for our weekly newsletter.

Together we can reach 100% of WHYY’s fiscal year goal

Donate
Learn about WHYY Member benefits
Ways to Donate
WHYY

WHYY provides trustworthy, fact-based, local news and information and world-class entertainment to everyone in our community.

WHYY offers a voice to those not heard, a platform to share everyone’s stories, a foundation to empower early and lifelong learners and a trusted space for unbiased news. Learn more about Social Responsibility at WHYY. It’s how we live.

Contact Us

Philadelphia

215.351.1200
talkback@whyy.org

Delaware

302.516.7506
talkback@whyy.org

Our Programs

  • Albie’s Elevator
  • Art Outside
  • Ask Governor Meyer
  • Billy Penn at WHYY
  • Check, Please! Philly
  • The Connection
  • The Declaration’s Journey
  • Delishtory
  • Flicks
  • Fresh Air
  • Good Souls
  • Jukebox Journey
  • Movers & Makers
  • On Stage at Curtis
  • Peak Travel
  • Philadelphia Revealed
  • PlanPhilly
  • The Pulse
  • Radio Times Rewind
  • Sports In America
  • Studio 2
  • Things To Do
  • Voices in the Family
  • WHYY News Climate Desk
  • You Oughta Know
  • Your Democracy

Inside WHYY

  • About
    • Social Responsibility at WHYY
    • Board and Executives
    • Community Advisory Board
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Employment
    • Internships
    • Press Room
    • Meet Our Newsroom
    • WHYY News Style Guide
    • WHYY Productions
    • WHYY Spaces
    • Submissions
    • History
    • Directions
    • Coverage Area
    • Financial Statements
    • WHYY Community Report
    • Supporters
    • Privacy
  • Mobile Apps
  • Meet Our Newsroom
  • Employment
  • Lifelong Learning Award
  • N.I.C.E. Initiative
  • Contact Us
  • Sponsorship
  • Directions
  • FCC Public Files
  • FCC Applications

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
Sign up for a Newsletter

© MMXXV WHYY

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use for WHYY.org