Politics
House approves bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security and end the record shutdown
The shutdown has lasted for 75 days as Democrats refused to fund Trump’s immigration enforcement operations without changes.
2 months ago
Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.
Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm
Listen 50:15Toxic PFAS chemicals are found in hundreds of everyday products, including cosmetics, menstrual products, dental floss and items for babies.
2 months ago
Listen 1:08The legislation would allow state education officials to prepare to overhaul the current funding formula. Sustaining that work could mean massive financial investment.
2 months ago
Philadelphia Parking Authority unveils renovated Filbert Street bus station
The $5 million renovated facility boasts shiny floors, bathrooms and a seating area for 189 passengers.
2 months ago
Listen 1:04Philadelphia looks to employ thousands of youth this summer with city-led program
The #ItsASummerThing campaign looks to give youth jobs and keep the city safer by keeping them employed and out of trouble either with a job or recreational activity.
2 months ago
Listen 0:59The self-described bureaucrat and law student from Lawrenceville won 31 consecutive “Jeopardy!” games.
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Listen 1:16Police said the suspect ran past security barricades as Secret Service agents raced toward him. One officer was shot in a bullet-resistant vest.
3 months ago
Philadelphia budget 2026: Isaiah Thomas, Rue Landau want $6 million allocated for arts
With funding turbulence at the federal and state levels, elected officials are calling for the city to pick up some of the slack.
3 months ago
Listen 1:26In 2021, Delaware County’s detention center was vacated following explosive allegations of “physical, sexual, and psychological abuse by staff.”
3 months ago
The four remaining candidates agree on more than they don’t, but there are differences on some key issues important to Philly voters.
3 months ago
Parker renews plea for rideshare tax to skeptical council
Mayor argues Uber and Lyft can afford the $1-per-ride tax and schools urgently need the money.
3 months ago
In 2024, the president flipped Bucks County, where more than 30% of residents are Catholic. It’s also represented by a vulnerable Catholic congressman.
3 months ago
Listen 1:21Pa. is considering $900K to fund meals tailored to people’s chronic diseases and medical needs
Medically tailored meals are informed by dietitians who evaluate recipes and match them to nutrition needs for diabetes, cancer and other diseases.
3 months ago
Listen 2:08Uber launches campaign against Philly’s proposed $1 rideshare tax
Under the mayor’s proposal, $1 from every Uber and Lyft ride in Philly would go to the city’s school district. Uber says riders will bear the cost.
3 months ago
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