Media
Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC and broadcast media under Trump
After Kimmel’s suspension for remarks following the killing of Charlie Kirk, voices across the political spectrum are raising questions about the power of the FCC over media.
Air Date: September 22, 2025 12:00 pm
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Trump’s moves against the media mirror approaches by authoritarian leaders to silence dissent
Trump has filed lawsuits against outlets whose coverage he dislikes, threatened to revoke TV broadcast licenses and sought to bend news organizations to his will.
2 months ago
Kimmel’s suspension is the latest display of Trump’s growing power over the U.S. media landscape
Trump's reach has extended deep into the private sector, using the federal government apparatus to pressure companies to make changes that can reshape the public dialogue.
2 months ago
In a now-deleted post, Jennifer Stomsky criticized Democrats’ response to the assassination.
2 months ago
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WHYY’s Delaware Desk to host a ‘pop-up’ newsroom in downtown Wilmington
The event is designed to give residents a chance to speak with WHYY News reporters and offer story suggestions.
2 months ago
New podcast tackles ‘Sports in America’ with a public media approach
WHYY will roll out “Sports in America,” hosted by former NPR “Morning Edition” co-host David Greene, on Sept. 30.
2 months ago
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Penn State to wind down WPSU after board of trustees declines transfer to WHYY
In voting down a proposal to transfer the station to WHYY, trustees expressed concern over a $17 million subsidy and wanted a commitment to hire staff.
2 months ago
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Editor’s note: Celebrating WHYY News leaders and launch of WHYY Resiliency Fund
WHYY's dedicated news team covers Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware and brings the latest local news and information to the fourth-largest market in the country.
2 months ago
Stacy Garrity did not push back against the comments made by Bob Cordaro, but has denounced the attack in the past.
2 months ago
WHYY’s PlanPhilly to host pop-up newsroom at Cobbs Creek Library on Sept. 4
The event is a chance for community members to speak directly with journalists reporting on transportation and housing concerns.
2 months ago
PBS, NPR stations working to cope with — and survive — government funding cuts
More than 500 radio and television stations are affected, and while some have issues in common, most have problems and strategies unique to their own area.
3 months ago
Is trolling the future of politics?
Gov. Gavin Newsom is taking a page out of President Donald Trump's social media playbook with trolling memes and TikTok trends. Is it time for other Democrats to follow suit?
Air Date: August 27, 2025 12:00 pm
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After Trump and Congress spending cuts, public media stations wait on money for emergency alerts
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which distributed federal funds to stations, is shutting down Sept. 30. The closure threatens emergency alert systems' resilience.
3 months ago
50 years and over 15,000 interviews: The history and legacy of WHYY’s ‘Fresh Air’
Terry Gross has helmed one of the longest-running interview programs in America, which has been embraced by generations of listeners.
3 months ago
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The CPB, the agency that spawned NPR, PBS and modern public media, begins winding down
The Senate Appropriations Committee failed to include future funding in the latest budget pass. WHYY says its future remains though other area stations face challenges.
4 months ago