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  • Philly hosts the presidential debate, Mayor Parker speaks on the 76ers arena, and another car drives into the Schuylkill River

    Philly hosts the presidential debate, Mayor Parker speaks on the 76ers arena, and another car drives into the Schuylkill River
    2024/09/14
    All eyes were on Philadelphia Tuesday night as former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris met on the debate stage for the first time at the National Constitution Center. We recap the highlights and examine how race and gender played a role. A police officer who was shot in the line of duty died after nearly three months on life support. And if you’re struggling to sleep, the city might be the problem. Host Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters break down the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:07 Highlights from the first (and only?) debate between Harris and Trump 08:15 Gender and race dynamics on the debate stage 14:16 Mayor Parker holds town hall to discuss proposed 76ers arena 20:36 Police officer shot in June dies from injuries 25:18 Third car in a month drives into the Schuylkill River 30:30 Philadelphia is the worst city in the country for sleep health Listen to The Week In Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Bonus: Expert previews Philly presidential debate

    Bonus: Expert previews Philly presidential debate
    2024/09/07
    The National Constitution Center serving as the site for a pivotal presidential debate? Sounds fitting. Why was Philadelphia chosen as the host city? How much do debates move the needle? Which candidate has more at stake? Ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump’s September 10th showdown, Swarthmore University Associate Professor of Political Science and Executive Director of the Lang Center for Civic & Social Responsibility Dr. Ben Berger provides context for key storylines. Listen to The Week In Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Philly presidential debate preview, the South Jersey Sixers?!?!, and fake Eagles campaign ads

    Philly presidential debate preview, the South Jersey Sixers?!?!, and fake Eagles campaign ads
    2024/09/07
    Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have been trading barbs through the media and an onslaught of campaign ads. What will happen when they stand side-by-side on the same stage in Philadelphia? A political expert weighs in on the stakes of the September 10th presidential debate. We’ll also dive into the latest developments surrounding the 76ers’ new arena plan, and get the scoop on SEPTA’s proposed fare changes. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters break down these stories and more of the top news of the week in the Philadelphia region. 00:00 Intro 02:02 Philly takes center stage for presidential debate 08:45 Local teachers to use debate as special teaching opportunity 14:51 Why SEPTA plans to change fares 20:22 New Jersey steps up efforts to lure 76ers’ new arena 26:34 Eagles find themselves in crosshairs of fake campaign ads 31:00 Good Samaritans come to dog’s rescue Listen to The Week In Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 分
  • 76ers arena impact, increasing Regional Rail trains, and Temple’s marching band in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

    76ers arena impact, increasing Regional Rail trains, and Temple’s marching band in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
    2024/08/31
    A new report details the impact that the proposed 76ers arena on Market East could have on the neighborhood. Fishtown’s beloved Harriett’s Bookshop enters a new era. And, it’s Black Breastfeeding Week. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters break down these stories and more of the top news of the week in the Philadelphia region. 00:00 Intro 02:07 How a new 76ers arena would impact the city 07:55 Increased service for SEPTA Regional Rail, increased tolls on DRPA bridges 12:55 A landmark success for Harriett’s Bookshop is a win for Black women-owned businesses 18:25 Black Breastfeeding Week aims to close gaps in maternal health 24:18 Temple University’s Diamond Marching Band gets a slot in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 28:50 The Eagles prepare to kick off the season in Brazil To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 分
  • PA in the DNC spotlight, UArts students get a new start, and busing problems in New Jersey

    PA in the DNC spotlight, UArts students get a new start, and busing problems in New Jersey
    2024/08/24
    After a whirlwind month or so, Democrats were united and ready to celebrate at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago - including Pennsylvania politicians, who got some significant stage time. It’s back-to-school time again! We check in on what’s ahead for the Philadelphia School District and how University of the Arts students who transferred to Temple are settling in. And a historic ocean liner has to leave Philadelphia’s pier - so where will it go? Matt Leon talks with KYW Newsradio’s reporters about the biggest stories in our region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:08 Democrats show unity at the 2024 DNC (hear the full conversation here) 07:38 What’s ahead for the Philadelphia School District this year 13:38 Former UArts students settle into a new home at Temple 18:39 Deptford Township, NJ parents speak out after some almost lost free busing 24:25 The SS United States has to move by September 12 30:26 Stuck bridge in Cape May County briefly messes with Jersey Shore travel To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 分
  • Bonus: On the ground at the Democratic National Convention

    Bonus: On the ground at the Democratic National Convention
    2024/08/23
    KYW Newsradio’s City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb spent the week in Chicago, seeing the big speeches and big energy at the Democratic National Convention first-hand. In this extended segment, she sits down with Matt Leon to talk about the highlights - from Vice President Kamala Harris’s acceptance speech to Pennsylvania’s moments in the spotlight. Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Farewell to Gillian’s Pier, a change to Philly’s school admissions, and new energy for the DNC

    Farewell to Gillian’s Pier, a change to Philly’s school admissions, and new energy for the DNC
    2024/08/17
    Representatives from the crucial swing state of Pennsylvania head to the Democratic National Convention next week. We find out what they’re expecting and what the DNC could tell us about the future of Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign. Philadelphia has been a cultural hub for break dancing, but what do local breakers think of the sport’s Olympic premiere? We have all that and more as Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters break down what the Philadelphia region is buzzing about this week. 00:00 Intro 02:05 What to watch at the DNC 07:55 Saying goodbye to Gillian’s Wonderland Pier 13:36 Everything you need to know about Philly’s new school lottery system 18:37 Council Rock Newtown plays in the Little League World Series 23:39 Montgomery County makes push to end period poverty 29:39 Philly breakers react to the Olympic premiere To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 分
  • Presidential campaign rallies, storm preparedness, and competitive dodgeball

    Presidential campaign rallies, storm preparedness, and competitive dodgeball
    2024/08/10
    It’s been a big week in the presidential race, with both campaigns kicking off tours of battleground states - starting here in Philadelphia. We hear how those rallies went and learn more about Vice President Kamala Harris’s new running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. As the region recovers from Tropical Storm Debby, FEMA is preparing for a rough hurricane season. And a new K-9 at a New Jersey prosecutor’s office is pulling double duty as a search and therapy dog. Sabrina Boyd-Surka and Brian Seltzer fill in for Matt Leon, talking with KYW Newsradio reporters about the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:05 Harris, Walz, and Vance kick of campaign tours in Philadelphia 08:27 FEMA prepares for hurricane season 14:30 Dr. Ala Stanford’s new book on how she guided Philadelphia through COVID (hear the full conversation on Bridging Philly) 20:00 Philadelphians compete at the World Dodgeball Championships 26:32 Costs in flux for real estate taxes, parking permits, and bike-share programs 31:32 K-9 Walt starts work at the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 分