
Politics
What Philly Mayor Parker’s first housing plan budget could mean for renters and homeowners
Some advocates say the proposed H.O.M.E budget doesn't go far enough in prioritizing low-income residents.
18 hours ago
Philly-area MACH2 hydrogen hub spared in latest round of Trump administration clean energy cuts
The Department of Energy slashed more than $7.5 billion for clean energy projects in 16 Democratic-led states, yet Pennsylvania's "green" hydrogen hubs survive, for now.
3 days ago
Listen 1:17Trump orders Israel to stop bombing Gaza after Hamas partially accepts his peace plan
The statement came hours after Trump said that Hamas must agree to the deal by Sunday evening, threatening an even greater military onslaught.
3 days ago
The 10-page proposed agreement was sent Wednesday to some of the most selective public and private universities including the University of Pennsylvania.
4 days ago
Montgomery County offers free COVID-19, flu vaccines at community clinics
County residents can make an appointment online or walk in to receive their vaccine.
7 days ago
Listen 0:40Ahead of City Council hearing, councilmember hears concerns about foster care system
Participants shared issues they felt needed to be addressed, even as DHS has made some progress.
1 week ago
Millionaire Sen. Dave McCormick favors Pa. ‘muni’ bonds as tax shelter
The bonds — issued by public agencies to fund infrastructure projects — are often favored by wealthy investors due to their low risk and the significant tax incentives.
1 week ago
NPR and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting clash as federal funding declines
NPR asked a judge to block CPB from awarding a $57.9M grant to a new consortium of public media institutions to operate the satellite that connects the public radio system.
1 week ago
Kamala Harris reflects on 2024 presidential run, VP picks at Philadelphia book event
A key subplot in Harris' book “107 Days” is her account of her vice president vetting process, including a somewhat critical portrayal of Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:26U.S. Justice Department sues Pennsylvania and 5 other states in its quest for voter data
The Justice Department’s outreach has raised alarm among some election officials because the agency doesn’t have the constitutional authority to run elections.
2 weeks ago
The new law creates a statewide process that school boards and communities must follow when someone wants books taken off library shelves.
2 weeks ago
Listen 2:10Pa.’s next move in food-stamp dispute with Trump administration unclear
Late Thursday, a federal judge in California, Maxine Chesney, temporarily blocked the USDA from forcing plaintiff states to comply with the demand.
2 weeks ago
What we know about autism’s causes and any potential link to Tylenol
Autism isn’t a disease. It’s a complex developmental condition better known as autism spectrum disorder that affects different people in different ways.
2 weeks ago
Trump promotes unproven ties between Tylenol, vaccines and autism
Some studies have raised the possibility that taking acetaminophen while pregnant might up autism risk, but many others haven’t found that concern, says a Penn autism expert.
2 weeks ago
Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC and broadcast media under Trump
After Kimmel’s suspension for remarks following the killing of Charlie Kirk, voices across the political spectrum are raising questions about the power of the FCC over media.
Air Date: September 22, 2025 12:00 pm
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