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Politics & Policy

The rise of independent voters

According to a recent Gallup poll, 45% of Americans now consider themselves independent. What's behind the rise?

Air Date: May 18, 2026 1:00 pm

Listen 51:41
Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks speaks to reporters during the visit to the US-Mexico border by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in Sunland Park, New Mexico
Politics & Policy

U.S. Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is resigning, in latest DHS leadership change

His move also and comes as the Trump administration appears to be recalibrating its approach.

2 weeks ago

''I voted'' stickers are seen in a county election office on Election Day.
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Cure your ballot: Nearly 600 Philly mail voters have a chance to fix errors

Check if you need to fix a flawed mail ballot or get a replacement ballot for the May 19 primary.

3 weeks ago

Kevin Warsh testifies during his nomination hearing to be a member and chairman of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors
Politics & Policy

Senate confirms Trump pick Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, following Powell

Warsh’s nomination faced uncertainty after Republican Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina threatened to block it while the Justice Department investigated Fed Chair Jerome Powe

3 weeks ago

Philly City Commissioner Omar Sabir
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Republican lawyer sues to block change to Philly election rules

Filling thousands of ward committee vacancies would get even harder, critic says.

3 weeks ago

Gillian's Wonderland pier
Politics & Policy

Ocean City voters re-elect Mayor Jay Gillian amid debate over Wonderland redevelopment

Voters also selected three at-large council members in an election dominated by concerns over redevelopment.

3 weeks ago

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Urban Planning

‘The system is failing us’: Philadelphia utility customers call on City Council to help rein in bills

Customers, advocates and experts outlined the limited tools the city has to control costs during a hearing on rising utility bills.

3 weeks ago

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Newark Mayor Ras Baraka speaks
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: What to expect in Newark’s mayoral primary

If no candidate receives a majority of the vote, the top two vote-getters will advance to a June 9 runoff election.

3 weeks ago

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Politics & Policy

Delaware County appoints Gary Vinnacombe as director of emergency services

Vinnacombe, a Delaware County native, previously spent 15 years as the deputy EMS chief at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital.

3 weeks ago

''I voted'' stickers are seen in a county election office on Election Day.
Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Procrastinator’s Guide to the May 2026 primary election in Philadelphia

A competitive race for 3rd Congressional District, two ballot questions, state race candidates and more of what to expect for the May 19 primary election.

3 weeks ago

Studio 2
Politics & Policy

City roundup: school closures, Uber tax, ICE bills

We're diving into the top local news stories impacting Philadelphians.

Air Date: May 5, 2026 1:00 pm

Listen 51:40
House Speaker Mike Johnson stands behind a podium
Politics & Policy

House approves bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security and end the record shutdown

The shutdown has lasted for 75 days as Democrats refused to fund Trump’s immigration enforcement operations without changes.

1 month ago

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Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.

Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm

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The U.S. Supreme Court building
Politics & Policy

Supreme Court voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana, boosting Republican chances

The decision weakens a landmark voting rights law’s protections against discrimination in redistricting.

1 month ago

Pennsylvania Sen. Sharif Street and Pennsylvania state Rep. Chris Rabb
Politics & Policy

Sen. Street and Rep. Rabb spar over experience and policy in WHYY 3rd Congressional District debate after Dr. Stanford drops out of event

Less than three weeks away, the May 19 primary will likely determine who replaces Dwight Evans in Congress next year.

1 month ago

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