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John Trumbull’s “The Capture of the Hessians at Trenton, December 26, 1776.”
Studio 2
Education

Tavern Revolution 250: The Hessians

We're talking about the role of Hessian soldiers in the American Revolution. Plus, an astonishing recent discovery at the site of a 1777 battle.

Air Date: April 30, 2026

Listen 52:39
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Science

Pennsylvania lawmakers want to ban products like playmats, infant bedding that contain toxic PFAS chemicals

Toxic PFAS chemicals are found in hundreds of everyday products, including cosmetics, menstrual products, dental floss and items for babies.

3 weeks ago

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Education

Haverford College president rejects calls to review Howard Lutnick library name despite Epstein ties

U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and his family had lunch with Jeffrey Epstein on his island in 2012. Students want his name removed from the college’s main library.

3 weeks ago

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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.

3 weeks ago

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Politics & Policy

Penn does not have to turn over the names of Jewish staffers to the federal government as appeals process plays out, judge rules

The judge paused his own order, writing that while the university is unlikely to win its appeal, the delay will not harm a federal investigation.

3 weeks ago

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A green meadow
Community

Pa. wants homeowners to ditch their lawns for meadows — starting with free native plant kits

Unlike lawns, which have short roots, meadows soak up water and prevent stormwater pollution.

3 weeks ago

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Community

Chester County wants to encourage more trips to the farmer’s market — one stamp at a time

Upon visiting a participating farmer’s market on the Chester County Farmer’s Market Trail map, participating shoppers will receive a stamp.

4 weeks ago

A cyclist rides his bike on an outdoor trail.
Community

Montgomery County Trail Challenge returns with 4 new ‘scavenger hunt’ locations

Participants can visit 18 trails and four historic sites, collecting animal symbols for prizes through Dec. 7.

4 weeks ago

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Voting booths are set up at a polling place in Newtown, Pa., Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2026: What to know about Horsham and Lower Salford ballot questions ahead of the primary

Some Montgomery County voters will consider referendums on a series of charter amendments and a tax increase for open space.

4 weeks ago

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Health

Cases of syphilis and other STIs drop in Pennsylvania, new data shows, as local counties ramp up prevention and testing

Public health teams across the state ramped up efforts to target STIs after a sharp increase between 2020 and 2021.

4 weeks ago

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Emma Copley Eisenberg (photo credit: Kenzi Crash)
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

Studio 2 Extra: Philly author Emma Copley Eisenberg

Studio 2 co-host Avi Wolfman-Arent sits down with Eisenberg to hear why bodies deserve more lines in literature and why "fat" is often the best descriptor.

Air Date: April 24, 2026 1:30 pm

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The crowd reacts to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro
Politics & Policy

Democrat Josh Shapiro tests political muscle in swing-state Pennsylvania’s midterms

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has never said whether he's interested in running for president. But he does say he wants a voice in his party's future.

4 weeks ago

Protesters are seen through the glass of an ICE office in Philadelphia
Courts & Law

ACLU of Pa. sues ICE over ‘unmasking’ subpoenas sent to Montgomery County residents

Earlier this year, DHS dropped two administrative subpoenas seeking the personal data of Montgomery County residents who were critical of ICE.

4 weeks ago

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The Chester County Historic Courthouse in West Chester
Community

Chester County Town Tours and Village Walks returns for 32nd year. Here’s what to know

To honor the nation’s 250th anniversary, the free history program in Chester County will have a theme: “13 Tours for 13 Colonies.”

4 weeks ago

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Pennsylvania members of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Community
Billy Penn

Patriotic women from around Pennsylvania donate to spruce up Independence Hall

Ahead of America250 celebrations, historically accurate window treatments “contribute to the authenticity” of famed building.

4 weeks ago

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