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Politics

Philly's biggest news stories; from the pope to the Delco pooper.
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Politics & Policy

Philly’s biggest and weirdest stories of 2025

From headline-making political and cultural moments that gained national attention to the unmistakable Philly jawn, we’re breaking down the biggest news stories of 2025.

Air Date: December 23, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 52:45
the top of the Pennsylvania Capitol
Politics & Policy

New laws will take effect in Pa. in 2026. Here’s what you need to know

A hair discrimination ban, supplemental breast cancer screenings and park ranger body cameras are among the changes that will take place.

2 months ago

Ask Governor Meyer
Politics & Policy

Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 12/18/2025

Ask Governor Meyer is a chance for Delawareans to hear directly from their governor and ask questions in real time.

Air Date: December 18, 2025 8:00 pm

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Ben Wallace (left) is seen in a side-by-side photo with Julianne Murray
Courts & Law

Delaware replaces Trump’s pick for U.S. attorney without legal drama seen in New Jersey, Virginia

Julianne Murray’s appointment was in jeopardy after this month’s federal appeals court ruling. Her state’s judges also decided not to keep her.

3 months ago

Listen 2:04
President Donald Trump waves to reporters as he departs from the South Lawn of the White House, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Trump’s popularity heading into 2026

President Trump’s approval ratings on key issues, such as immigration and healthcare, have dipped lately. Is the famously “Teflon” president showing a real erosion in support?

Air Date: December 15, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:14
Central Bucks West High School
Education

Inside the legislative effort to expel cellphones from Pennsylvania’s K-12 schools

A bill that would ban cellphone use from "bell to bell" was advanced out of committee Tuesday to a full vote before the state Senate.

3 months ago

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Kenyatta Johnson looks on
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly City Council has signed off on the first phase of Parker’s big housing plan — but not the version she wanted

The mayor strongly opposed prioritizing the city's lowest-income households. Now, the H.O.M.E. initiative is set to add millions for repairs and preservation efforts.

3 months ago

Listen 1:06
Election workers process mail-in ballots for the 2024 general election at the Chester County, Pa., administrative offices, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, in West Chester, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Chester County certifies election results in tense meeting amid poll book controversy

Apologies were met with frustration from angry residents, who called for resignations from the county’s top officials.

3 months ago

Listen 1:05
the ferris wheel and flying chair ride
Urban Planning

Wonderland Pier hotel? Ocean City Council opens door to large-scale redevelopment

Business leaders warn of more boardwalk store closures should redevelopment efforts stall, but some residents fear losing the site’s family-friendly identity.

3 months ago

Large office building
Courts & Law

Former Montco employee sues county, alleges it violated ADA, committed ‘fraud’ and hid ‘financial mismanagement’

Anthony Olivieri alleges the county did not accommodate his disabilities, saying he had complications from anxiety and depression.

3 months ago

The U.S. Capitol Building can be seen against a blue skyline
Politics & Policy

Pa. will help determine control of the U.S. House in the 2026 election. Here’s what to know

There are four highly competitive U.S. House races in Pennsylvania, more than any other state. Democrats hope to flip them all.

3 months ago

U.S. Reps. Chrissy Houlahand, left, and Chris Deluzio, right.
Politics & Policy

FBI investigates 2 Pa. Democratic lawmakers who urged military service members to ignore unlawful orders

The FBI wants to interview six congressmembers who appeared in a social media video, including two from Pennsylvania — U.S. Reps. Chrissy Houlahan and Chris Deluzio.

3 months ago

Listen 0:45
Former FBI Director James Comey smiles during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on Capitol Hill, Thursday, June 8, 2017, in Washington.
Courts & Law

Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed

The orders make Lindsey Halligan the latest Trump administration prosecutor to be disqualified because of the manner in which they were appointed.

3 months ago

Judge's gavel on wooden table with law books. (bigstockphoto.com)
Courts & Law

Woman who worked for congressman accused of staging politically motivated attack

The 26-year-old woman, who worked for Republican Rep. Jeff Van Drew, and a friend had reported she was attacked July 23 at a nature preserve in Egg Harbor Township.

3 months ago

FILE - The U.S. Department of Education building
Education

The Education Department is dismantling. Here’s what that means

Since he took office, President Donald Trump has called for the dismantling of the Education Department, saying it has been overrun by liberal thinking.

4 months ago

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