
Media
FuboTV files lawsuit over ESPN, Fox, Hulu, Warner Bros. Discovery sports-streaming venture
FuboTV not only wants the proposed joint venture shut down, but it is seeking cash damages.
1 year ago
Grover the Muppet says he’s a reporter. Not for long, joke his beleaguered peers
Some responded with jokes about him getting laid off, a common occurrence in today's media world.
2 years ago
Jon Stewart’s ‘Daily Show’ return is so smooth, it’s like he never left
Stewart eased back into the host's chair Monday night without missing a beat, firing off jokes with a familiar style that felt like he had left just a few weeks ago.
2 years ago
‘The voice we woke up to’: Bob Edwards, longtime ‘Morning Edition’ host, dies at 76
Bob Edwards, the veteran broadcaster and longtime host of Morning Edition who left an indelible mark on NPR's sound, has died. He was 76 years old.
2 years ago
WHYY News is hosting a ‘pop-up’ newsroom in Princeton
This will be the first “pop-up” newsroom in New Jersey for 2024.
2 years ago
More than 200 staffers with Chicago Tribune and 6 other newsrooms begin 24-hour strike
The striking workers are employees of Alden Global Capital, a New York hedge fund that has been buying up newspapers across the country.
2 years ago
A federal judge dismisses Disney’s lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis
The judge says Disney lacked standing to sue Fla. Gov. Ron DeSantis on First Amendment grounds after DeSantis removed Disney's self-governing status.
2 years ago
‘Barbie’ receives 8 Oscar nominations, but was that Kenough?
A pair of charismatic, smart, girl-power entertainment figures are up for the biggest prize in the industry. And one of the biggest nominations goes to ... Ken?
2 years ago
Bullying on the Rise, Disappearing Pay Phones, Why We Love (or Hate) Spicy Foods
Incidents of bullying and harassment are at an all-time high at schools across New Jersey. Also, where have all the pay phones gone? And, our differing tolerance for spice.
Air Date: January 24, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:30No issues found with 6abc’s Chopper 6 engine after crash, NTSB says in preliminary report
The NTSB preliminary report, released Wednesday, included a detailed description of the chopper's final flight and the crash site.
2 years ago
The Rise in Deadly Driving in America, National Political Roundtable
Incidents of dangerous and reckless driving have increased. We'll look at what's behind the surge. Plus, an Iowa post-mortem as the 2024 presidential election gets underway.
Air Date: January 17, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:30Here’s what to know about the bankruptcy of KYW radio’s parent company Audacy
Fewer flustered commuters on the roadways nationwide since the COVID-19 pandemic is one reason Audacy says it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
2 years ago
Listen 1:11Filmmaker Marco Williams discusses Philly-based ‘Murders That Matter’ documentary on Instagram Live
The cinematic journey documents one woman’s personal crusade to turn tragedy into positive action.
2 years ago
The Psychology of Political Misinformation, Using Poison to Dye Clothes
Professor Dannagal G. Young on why we're so likely to believe misinformation online, and how that weakness gets exploited. Plus, the impact and unique history of clothing dye.
Air Date: January 4, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 49:47Editor’s note: WHYY News team welcomes journalists, celebrates noteworthy storytelling in 2023
WHYY journalism was recognized with numerous national and local awards this year.
2 years ago