History
What Philly’s Fourth of July heat wave reveals about climate change
Scientists say rising temperatures and intense storms will become more likely because of human-caused climate change.
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The project takes a focused look at the contributions of Black trailblazers who contributed to the foundation of the city and country from 1776 to 2026.
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Listen 1:00Wilmington took down the bronze memorial to the long-revered signer of the Declaration of Independence during racial unrest in 2020.
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Listen 2:11The oddest America 250 events that took place in Philly and across the U.S.
From potatoes named “Spudjamin Franklin” to a George Washington trampoline, here’s ten of the weirdest homages for the U.S.’ big birthday.
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Philly’s 250th celebrations continue after a hot and stormy Fourth of July
Fourth of July is over. What’s next for Philly? Historians share their takes.
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The exhibit remains half-restored as local leaders consider their next moves after a federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Trump administration.
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Listen 1:25After days of oppressive heat, thunderstorms cut Philly’s July 4th concert short
After storms forced attendees to evacuate, the concert resumed around midnight with a shortened performance by The Roots, followed by fireworks.
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Listen 0:55Patriotic Pet Parade at Betsy Ross House in Old City celebrates America’s 250th birthday
The competition boasted 22 pets donning a range of red, white and blue attire.
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Muralist Christian Kanienberg says he’s “more interested in creating pieces of art that just happen to be murals that are conversation starters.”
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Listen 2:11Semiquin- what? Why Independence Day is celebrated on July 4
The Continental Congress voted for independence two days earlier, but the Declaration transformed July 4 into a lasting national symbol.
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Listen 1:10Pope Leo praises America’s welcoming of immigrants in livestreamed remarks
The first U.S.-born pope accepted an award from Philly’s National Constitution Center
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How our regional differences divided America
Historian Colin Woodard joins us to discuss how our regional differences have pulled us apart and how we can create a more perfect union.
Air Date: July 3, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 50:00Big Boy sighting: World’s largest operating steam locomotive chugs through Pottstown
Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive made a pit stop in Pottstown to observe America’s 250th birthday.
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Listen 1:09“Flash! Bang! Boom! A History of Fireworks” tells the story of fireworks from the earliest Chinese inventions to today’s choreographed pyrotechnic displays.
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Listen 1:29Historic ‘March of America’s Mayors’ commemorates independence and celebrates local democracy
Local leaders from across the country marched from Independence Mall to the Museum of the American Revolution, highlighting the role of cities in sustaining democracy.
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