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Host Stephen Dubner has surprising conversations that explore the riddles of everyday life and the weird wrinkles of human nature-from cheating and crime to parenting and sports. Dubner talks with Nobel laureates and provocateurs, social scientists and entrepreneurs - and his Freakonomics co-author Steve Levitt.

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Billy Penn

These Philadelphians say too much is happening to take an election ‘off’

Olde Kensington voters came out for state Supreme Court retention votes, and to stay vigilant and connected locally.

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Election Day 2025 - from the Pa. Supreme Court retention race, over the Philly DA's race, to the NJ gubernatorial race and more.
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Election Day 2025: Key races in New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Studio 2 unpacks the biggest races on the ballot. In the Garden State, voters are choosing between Republican Ciattarelli and Democrat Sherrill. Philly is picking the next DA.

Air Date: November 4, 2025 12:00 pm

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AP has declared winners in elections for nearly 180 years. This is why and how race calls are made

The Associated Press will compile votes and declare winners in elections across the U.S. on Tuesday, just as the news organization has done for nearly 180 years.

8 months ago

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Air traffic controller shortages lead to broader US flight delays as shutdown nears one-month mark

The Federal Aviation Administration reported staffing-related delays on Friday at airports in Newark, New Jersey, Boston, Nashville, Houston and Dallas.

8 months ago

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The SNAP program has been a major piece of the U.S. social safety network since it launched as the food stamp program in 1964.

8 months ago

Republican Jack Ciattarelli (left) and Democrat Mikie Sherrill during the final debate in governors race, Oct. 8, 2025, in New Brunswick, N.J.
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The total amount of money spent during the primary and general election will top $200 million by Election Day.

8 months ago

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Democrats, allied groups pour millions into Pennsylvania Supreme Court race to counter GOP campaign

At issue in Tuesday's election is whether the three justices will each serve another term, up to 10 years.

8 months ago

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Politics & Policy

‘Not right’: Wilmington mayor announces new homeless strategy, blames Philly for rise in city’s unhoused population

Wilmington officials will allow camping in one city park but ban sleeping outside in all other areas of the city.

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What to expect in New Jersey on Election Day

New Jersey has been a reliable state for Democrats in presidential elections, having not gone for a Republican presidential candidate since 1988.

8 months ago

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Trump ramps up involvement in 2025 elections in N.J., other states in possible preview of midterms pressure

The relatively low-profile off-year elections are headlined by the races for governor in New Jersey and Virginia.

8 months ago

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Delaware to cover SNAP benefits for low-income residents as state sues Trump administration over funding

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8 months ago

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Billy Penn

Procrastinator’s Guide to the 2025 general election in Philly

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9 months ago

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9 months ago

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