
Philadelphia
She was the first Black woman in Pennsylvania history to hold a cabinet position, and is remembered for much more.
5 days ago
A Philly native, Gabriela Sánchez is focused on funding projects that advance social justice, equity and bilingualism.
5 days ago
Hundreds of families are affected by gun violence across Philadelphia each year — many cases go unsolved, leaving those left behind to grieve and fight for justice.
5 days ago
Listen 1:31How the South Philly Ikea caters to Philadelphia customers
From skyline shots in the fake windows to layouts that mimic rowhomes, the Swedish retailer is all about “local living solutions.”
6 days ago
Meet the Phillies’ newest pitcher, Orion Kerkering
After a very short stint in the minors, the South Florida high school phenom is landing in the big leagues.
6 days ago
Ophelia makes landfall; storm to bring heavy rain, powerful winds to the region
Coastal flood warnings are in effect along the coast too, stretching into Delaware and southern New Jersey, including Atlantic City.
6 days ago
Philadelphia Eagles unveil ‘kelly green’ hydrogen fueling station
A new hydrogen fueling station at the Linc uses water and solar power to produce clean hydrogen for fuel cell vehicles.
7 days ago
“Cafeteria workers are just as important as the teachers,” said Local 54 member Ronnette Lark.
1 week ago
Listen 1:05Jim’s West has lines out the door, lard-fried cheesesteaks, and a community mission
Shop owner Cortez Johnson, who’s also a film producer, grew up in the neighborhood and always wanted to revitalize a corner store.
1 week ago
Dissecting the Phillies-Braves play that almost broke John Kruk
Should Nick Castellanos have let the foul ball drop? John Kruk thought so, but statisticians say the outfielder did the right thing.
1 week ago
Philadelphia sheriff disputes controller report that her office can’t account for nearly 200 guns
On Thursday, Bilal said her office submitted a 159-page response regarding the guns on June 8 that included details of her office’s investigation.
1 week ago
Big Tobacco’s Addictive Snacks, Medical Aid in Dying, Opera Philadelphia
We’ll find out how cigarette manufacturers made some processed food addicting. Then, Judy Govatos talks about death with dignity. Opera Philadelphia's David Devan also joins.
Air Date: September 21, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:20JoAnne Epps ‘wore her heart on her sleeve’: Kenyatta Johnson on her life and legacy
Epps, 72, died this week after suddenly falling ill at a campus event.
1 week ago
Listen 4:35No more ‘brain drain’: Philadelphia is gaining young college graduates faster than other U.S. cities
The city’s “brain drain” dilemma is now firmly in the past, per a new report from Campus Philly, which also shows strength STEM.
1 week ago
Demolition begins at iconic Melrose Diner in South Philadelphia
Plans are now in the works to build apartments above a new ground floor of the Melrose.
1 week ago