
Philadelphia
Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard makes pitch for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum expansion
The museum in Kansas City, Missouri, is trying to raise $30 million and open in 2027.
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Penn Relays, StrEATFest, Philly Black Pride and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
April 24-27: Princess Tea in Del., Penn Relays in Philly and Hollywood Nights: The Bob Seger Experience in South Jersey are among the weekend highlights.
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Listen 5:092 years later, city says Washington Avenue redo is working
The city reports more people are walking and biking along the route, but says it’s too soon to know whether the project has reduced crashes.
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Listen 1:14Philly researchers are using AI robots to better support aging adults with autism
Researchers at Saint Joseph’s University are collaborating with Bancroft, a New Jersey nonprofit, to pilot AI technology with people in assisted living communities.
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Listen 4:47Mayor Parker exploring 100% tax abatement for Philly properties in underinvested communities
The proposal may violate state law. It comes as the administration seeks to expand the city’s housing supply amid an ongoing crisis.
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Listen 1:07As Dugan skips Philly district attorney candidate forum, Krasner speaks on his record
A district attorney debate turned into an hour-long questioning of incumbent Larry Krasner when challenger Patrick Dugan declined to attend.
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Fabric Health, a Washington-based company, helps residents, parents and families with Medicaid, food assistance and other social services.
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Listen 1:36Researchers at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia asked hundreds of residents about what’s holding them back from earning more money – in short it is stability.
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Local climate activists rallied against Philadelphia Gas Works’ financial support to an industry group lobbying against clean energy.
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Listen 1:31With love and kitsch: Historical Society remembers Pope Francis’ visit to Philly
In 2015, the Historical Society of Pennsylvania acquired as many souvenirs as it could find of Pope Francis’ historic visit, to save in perpetuity.
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Listen 1:14Trump’s transportation officials buck a long-held practice of using ‘road diets’ to slow speeders
Philadelphia is among major cities that have seen fewer crashes thanks to road diets. Now President Donald Trump's administration is heading in another direction.
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This BYOB trolley tour is turning Philly into a moving comedy club
Laugh at local comedians, see city sites and get your buzz on with ”Stand-Up and Drink,” a new show set on a historic trolley.
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Philadelphia remembers the legacy of Pope Francis
A look at the legacy of Pope Francis, who died Monday at the age of 88. We talk with people in the local Catholic community and weigh in on the future of the Church.
Air Date: April 22, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14Earth Day 2025: Celebrating Philly’s environmental legacy and the power of poetry
WHYY’s Jennifer Lynn and Susan Phillips explore the beauty of nature through poetry, featuring iconic poets like Amanda Gorman, Walt Whitman and Allen Ginsberg.
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Listen 6:39Penrose Roundabout is South Philly’s newest traffic-calming effort
Admired for their improved safety and efficiency compared to traffic lights, roundabouts are growing nationwide — including in Philadelphia.
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