Politics
N.J. General Assembly passes bill requiring scrap metal facilities to improve fire safety measures
The bill would require scrap metal facilities to install heat detection equipment that could identify fires early, as well as develop fire safety plans.
2 months ago
Listen 1:12The endorsements help state Rep. Chris Rabb solidify his place as a progressive outsider in the race for a mostly Democratic district.
2 months ago
Scrap metal safety bills advance through N.J. Assembly committee
The bills would require facilities like the EMR scrapyard in Camden to take fire safety precautions and come under new state regulation.
3 months ago
Listen 1:11Bill Stevenson y la futura primera dama se divorciaron hace medio siglo. Ahora, Stevenson se encuentra detenido bajo fianza de 2 millones de dólares.
3 months ago
No new Philly anti-dumping initiatives in Parker’s third budget proposal
Parker’s $7 billion budget proposal would continue existing efforts to combat litter and illegal dumping and add funding for 125 cameras.
3 months ago
Listen 1:05Some states are reviving a push to tax the rich, including in New Jersey
Advocates are hoping a growing unhappiness of wage and wealth inequalities will help states like New Jersey adopt policies where the rich pay more in taxes.
3 months ago
Young Philadelphians are finding success with PA Youth Vote, tipping peers toward civic involvement
Through the nonpartisan nonprofit, students are working on projects to improve civic education and to motivate young people to vote.
3 months ago
City Council’s housing committee advanced the legislation after months of negotiations with the mayor’s administration and landlord advocates.
3 months ago
Listen 1:17Philadelphia Planned Parenthood centers say services are at risk following Medicaid cuts
The federal “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” signed into law last July, blocks Medicaid funding to facilities that perform abortions.
3 months ago
Philly on short list to host 2028 Democratic National Convention
The city has made the top five for the convention and has a history of hosting major events and political conventions.
3 months ago
Listen 1:13The United States continues to ramp up military action against Iran after attacks over the weekend killed the Supreme Leader and sparked retaliation from the regime.
Air Date: March 2, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:40Philadelphia congressman authors bill to ‘protect history’ from censorship
Boyle said the bill was necessary after the Trump administration removed an exhibit about the history of slavery at the President’s House Site.
3 months ago
Listen 1:01Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 02/26/2026
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us for this February episode to address top issues like rising energy costs, the homelessness crisis, and property reassessment.
Air Date: February 26, 2026 9:00 pm
Listen 51:15Pros and cons for US military action in Iran
We look at the mounting tension between the US and Iran. Should America pursue military intervention? What’s at stake for the Iranian people living under an oppressive regime?
Air Date: February 26, 2026 12:00 pm
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