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Employment

Some mothers wish to return to work as soon as possible, while others prefer to stay home and care for their children; their reasons for these choices differ greatly.
Studio 2
Money

Why are more moms quitting their jobs?

More than 200,000 women have quit this year alone. That’s the steepest decline in four decades and washes away many of the job gains from the pandemic.

Air Date: September 18, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:12
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Education

Philadelphia’s school board approves $1.5B loan, ratifies teachers union contract

Due to Pennsylvania’s budget impasse, the state “is not able to issue payments" for state or federal revenue sources, said the School District of Philadelphia’s CFO.

2 weeks ago

A drumline marches through South Philadelphia
Community

‘Digging in’: Union leaders strike defiant tone at Labor Day festival in South Philly

Speakers, and attendees, at the annual event warned that workers are in a vulnerable moment and need to speak out.

3 weeks ago

food in a shopping cart
Politics & Policy

New work requirements for SNAP recipients take effect

People who receive food stamps have to work 20 hours a week, or prove they have a medical or caretaker exemption.

3 weeks ago

A man power washing the sidewalk
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania House bill lays out new heat protections for workers

The bill, introduced ahead of Labor Day, would require employers to provide paid rest breaks and water when the heat index hits 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

3 weeks ago

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Education

New Penn policing program for senior officers will help bring change to Philadelphia police, commissioner says

The move from a “paramilitary mindset” to a more service-oriented model is the goal of a five-year strategic plan, Commissioner Kevin Bethel said.

4 weeks ago

Studio 2
Lifestyle

‘I don’t need to see your belly button’: The new workplace etiquette

From loud ringtones to crop tops and reply-all emails. What pet peeves get you all riled up? Ahead of Labor Day, we talk about the dos and don'ts at the office.

Air Date: August 28, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:13
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Health

‘These aren’t minimum wage jobs’: Workers who help Delawareans with disabilities struggle amid low pay

Delaware professionals who care for adults with disabilities earn around $15 an hour, making it difficult for many to make ends meet.

4 weeks ago

Listen 1:48
Solar panels
PlanPhilly
Science

A major solar installer in Philly is ceasing most operations amid federal tax credit rollbacks

In a letter obtained by WHYY, PosiGen’s CEO said recent rollbacks to federal tax credits made it harder for the company to secure financing.

4 weeks ago

Listen 1:27
Sarah Dziunycz speaking at Camden County Board of Commissioners
Community

Union librarians push Camden County Commissioners to intervene for ‘fair pay’ as contract negotiations stall

Negotiations have continued for several months with both sides now going to mediation to settle pay differences.

1 month ago

Listen 1:07
Adam Fishbein with a dog in the stands at a baseball game
Community

A Philadelphia Tourette syndrome advocate had a ‘dream job’ as a federal disability policy advisor. Then mass layoffs began

Mass layoffs at federal agencies have affected workers who were focused on increasing employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

1 month ago

Listen 4:57
Cherelle Parker and Kevin Bethel speak
Politics & Policy

Mayor Parker announces new contract for Philadelphia police officers

The mayor said the agreement with the police union would cost the city $343 million over five years and would allow civilians to take over more administrative tasks.

1 month ago

Listen 1:09
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Community

Officials are investigating the cause of a Pennsylvania steel plant explosion that killed 2

Allegheny County Emergency Services said a fire at the plant in Clairton started late Monday morning. Officials said they had not isolated the cause of the blast.

1 month ago

A magnifying glass is seen over stacks of bills
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia’s biggest overtime earners triple their base salary through working extra hours

Philadelphia city employees working long hours due to understaffing earn massive overtime wages, with some earning more than the mayor.

1 month ago

Listen 6:08
Teachers hold up a large sign in front of City Hall at the protest that reads 'FIGHTING 4 SCHOOLS'
Education

As Philly school officials and teachers union move closer to a deal, unresolved Pennsylvania budget remains an issue

The city teachers union said it is prepared to strike as the two sides continue to negotiate a new contract.

2 months ago

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