Taxes
We’re digging into all the top headlines with local commentators on either side of the .
Air Date: September 8, 2026
Listen 51:11Should we start worrying about the national debt?
America is now in the red for a whopping $40 trillion. Does it matter?
Air Date: August 24, 2026
Listen 51:10Division of Taxation officials urge residents to make sure they fill out the correct application to be enrolled in the program.
1 month ago
As small businesses beg for tax relief, Philadelphia sees a $100 million windfall
Mayor Parker’s push for Uber and Amazon taxes failed, but local businesses are paying more nonetheless.
2 months ago
Philly homeowners are about to receive new property assessments. Here’s what to know
The new valuations will be used to calculate property tax bills that will be due next March.
3 months ago
Should billionaires pay more taxes?
As America’s billionaire class grows, some states and some in Congress are proposing a wealth tax. Polls show most Americans think the rich aren't paying their fair share.
Air Date: June 1, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14Philly tourism leaders push City Council to oppose Parker’s hotel tax plan
Opponents say the plan would make Philly home to the highest taxed hotels in a major East Coast city.
4 months ago
Philly small business owners say BIRT tax hike is driving them out of the city
Loss of exemption and new tax on Uber and Lyft rides provoke fiery pushback.
4 months ago
City roundup: school closures, Uber tax, ICE bills
We're diving into the top local news stories impacting Philadelphians.
Air Date: May 5, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:40Parker 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.
5 months ago
Uber 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.
5 months ago
Listen 0:57Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro promotes tax break for working families
Individuals can get up to $805 back on their state return, with more for dependents. But with two weeks until the deadline, only half of eligible residents have claimed it.
6 months ago
Listen 0:58The Big Fix: Revamping the American tax code
Can we make a fairer, simpler and more effective tax system?
Air Date: March 30, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:00Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 03/26/2026
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer is back to discuss a potential school funding shake up, efforts to reign in soaring healthcare cost, and take questions from Delawareans.
Air Date: March 26, 2026 9:00 pm
Listen 50:30Delaware Gov. Meyer touts incorporation growth, but hasn’t released tax revenue data
Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer has touted a rise in business entities forming in the state, but he has not released key numbers on the growth.
6 months ago
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