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Politics

Cherelle Parker speaking at a podium surrounded by other officials
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

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

President Joe Biden speaks at the Tioga Marine Terminal in Philadelphia
Science

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

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Israel military strike in the northern Gaza Strip
Community

Trump 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

Signage for the University of Pennsylvania
Education

Trump asks Penn, 8 other colleges to commit to his political agenda and get favorable access to federal money

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

Neil Makhija speaks into a microphone
Health

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

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April Lee and Yalonda Houston are co-founders of Philly Voice for Change
Community
Billy Penn

Ahead 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

Pennsylvania Senator Dave McCormick
Politics & Policy
WITF

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

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NPR
Politics & Policy
NPR

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

Former Vice President Kamala Harris exits the stage after the first stop of her book tour
Politics & Policy

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

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A sign at a polling place indicating where to vote and where to register
Courts & Law

U.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

Banned Books Week display at the Mott Haven branch of the New York Public Library
Education

Delaware bans book bans based on author’s background or partisan, ideological or religious objections

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

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and President Donald Trump.
Politics & Policy
WESA

Pa.’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

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Health

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

President Donald Trump speaks in the Roosevelt Room of the White House alongside Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz
Health

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

TV host Jimmy Kimmel on the left and President Donald Trump on the right. (AP Photo)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

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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