A weekly podcast where we swear to talk about the Philly Union, the whole Philly Union, and nothing but the Philly Union...mostly. With your hosts: Paul, C, and E
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The latest news around the Philadelphia region from KYW Newsradio.
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In the vacuum of a Union-less post-season, things are a bit listless at the AMPU studios this week as Paul, C, and E try to get their bearings. Join the AMPU crew as they celebrate the Union II's impressive run in the MLS Next Cup Tournament, prognosticate on the MLS Cup playoffs, and offer their collective two cents for future MLS schedules. Like,…
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Philadelphia commissioners toss 3,000+ mail-in ballots, clash over 'immaterial defects' and voter disenfranchisement
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The Philadelphia city commissioners tossed out more than 3,000 mail-in ballots, today, because of defects in the way they were filled out. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.Image credit: MATTHEW HATCHER/AFP via Getty Images
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Trump want to skip confirmation hearings for key appointments, as several networks project GOP control of Congress
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Several networks project the GOP will hold onto their lead of the US House, giving Republicans control both Houses of Congress.President Elect Trump chooses Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State.Trump wants all his appointments pushed through the Senate without confirmation hearings.Image credit: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images…
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Strong Christmas tree market expected in Philly region, despite drought
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Good news for all you soon to be Christmas tree shoppers when it comes to getting the perfect tree in the middle of this drought. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo has the story.(Photo: arlutz73/Getty Images)
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Police say plaque honoring officer killed during 1992 armed robbery is missing
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The Philadelphia Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing plaque honoring an officer killed in the line of duty in the early '90s. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports.(Photo: Philadelphia Police Department)
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Police have suspect from deadly City Avenue hit-and-run in custody
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Police in Lower Merion say they have found the driver and the vehicle involved in deadly hit-and-run earlier this week. It was just after 2 o'clock Monday morning when authorities say woman in a wheelchair was struck by a car on City Avenue near Conshohocken State Road.She was rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead.Police say the dri…
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Skimming devices found at 2 Royal Farms stores
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Police in Montgomery and Delaware counties said they found credit card skimming devices at a couple of Royal Farms locations.(Photo credit: Collegeville Borough Police Department/Facebook)
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Firefighters battling 3-alarm blaze at Kensington warehouse
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There's a three-alarm fire at a warehouse in Kensington. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez joins us live at the scene.
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Breaking down the thoughts of the Eagles coordinators ahead of Thursday Night Football
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Just one day to go until the Eagles host the Commanders in a huge NFC East showdown. Yesterday, Eagles coordinators Kellen Moore and Vic Fangio spoke to the media at their weekly press conferences. KYW's Dave Uram and the Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese recap some highlights.
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A burn ban is in place in Delaware County as officials work to protect residents and land from potential fires. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo reports. (Photo credit: Getty Images)
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3-alarm fire at Camden County apartment complex displaces dozens
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In New Jersey, dozens of people were displaced after a large fire at a Camden County apartment complex. Police say no residents were hurt but a few first responders went to the hospital for smoke inhalation. KYW Newsradio's Nina Baratti reports. (Photo credit: SkyForce10)
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5 hospitalized after chemical odor caused hazmat situation in Montco
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Five people, including two children and a firefighter, had to go to the hospital last night because of strong chemical odor that caused a hazmat situation in a Montgomery County neighborhood. It happened in Montgomery Township on Amy Court, right off Route 202 and across the street from Costco. Authorities said the smell came from a cleaning soluti…
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Fire forces residents out of Center City high-rise apartment building
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Flames and heavy smoke forced residents out of their Center City apartment building late last night. The fire left one person hurt. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports live.
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Medical Report: AI-generated medical records weaken health care, study says
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Artificial intelligence technology is being used to help doctors, but a new study says some language models might be doing more bad than good. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.
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Final voyage of SS United States delayed while officials monitor 'tropical disturbance'
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The operation to start the move of SS United States from Philadelphia has been delayed, with no new date set. KYW’s Nina Baratti explains.Image credit: John McDevitt/KYW Newsradio
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Barnes Foundation’s next young professionals mixer is ‘All About Love’
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The Barnes Foundation is inviting young professionals to the museum to network with other community artists. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard has details.(Photo: Anthony Behar/Sipa USA via Imagn Images)
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City Council hears testimony from Parker administration on proposed Sixers arena
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The Parker administration opened hearings on the 76ers center city arena proposal, today, with a litany of its benefits. City Council responded with a litany of concerns. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb has more.Image credit: Philadelphia 76ers
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Lawmakers are back on Capitol Hill to address legislative priorities before new Congress is seated
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Lawmakers are back on Capitol Hill, returning Tuesday after more than a month off for the election. They're focus: addressing key legislative priorities before the new Congress is seated next year.Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson said they're ready to implement and deliver on the "America First" agenda. As for the Democrats, House Minority Lea…
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Racist graffiti found in Lawnside; Camden County officials call for accountability
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Officials in Camden County are condemning racist graffiti found over the weekend in Lawnside.County Commissioner Al Dyer says someone spray-painted a racial slur and offensive imagery on a fence in a residential area. Lawnside is a historic Black town, the first municipality north of the Mason-Dixon Line that was governed entirely by African Americ…
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New Jersey requests voluntary water conservation after record dry September and October
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New Jersey is issuing a drought warning after recording its driest September and October ever. It could could eventually lead to mandatory water restrictions if dry conditions don’t end. The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says conditions are the driest in nearly 120 years. The state is asking people to voluntarily conserve water to stave off more s…
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Lancashire heeler to make breed debut at Kennel Club of Philadelphia's National Dog Show this weekend
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Nearly 2,000 canines are entered in the Kennel Club of Philadelphia's National Dog show taking place this Saturday and Sunday at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks Montgomery County. With more here's KYW's John McDevitt.Image credit: John McDevitt/KYW Newsradio
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Federal regulators urge people to watch out for scams this holiday season
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The holidays are just around the corner which means, ‘tis the season for scams! KYW Newsradio Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams spoke with the Federal Trade Commission about how to avoid being the next victim.(Photo: interstid/Getty Images)
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Judge blocks law requiring Ten Commandments in Louisiana public school classrooms
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In Louisiana, a new state law that requires the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school classroom by Jan. 1 has been temporarily blocked.A federal judge on Tuesday granted a preliminary injunction, ruling that law is “unconstitutional on its face” and plaintiffs are likely to win their case with claims that the law violates the Firs…
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Leader of Church of England resigns amid controversy over failure to report sexual abuse
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The head of the Church of England is resigning. An investigation found that Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby failed to inform police about sexual abuse by a volunteer at Christian summer camps as soon as he became aware of it. Pressure had been building on the leader of the Anglican church to step down for some time because of this -- Some mem…
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Judge grants more time for grand jury indictment in crash that killed NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, brother
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A New Jersey judge has given prosecutors a 30-day extension to seek a formal grand jury indictment against the man accused of killing NHL hockey star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew. Sean Higgins making a brief in-person appearance in court earlier today... the pre-indictment conference only lasting about two minutes.Officials say Higgins …
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SEPTA exec calls for dedicated state funding to meet union pay, safety demands
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It’s another day of negotiations to try to head-off a possible strike by SEPTA drivers. Members of Transport Workers Union Local want safety protections and wage increases, but SEPTA chief operating officer Scott Sauer says raises will be difficult without dedicated transit funding from the state.SEPTA’s 5,000 operators and maintenance workers have…
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Man charged in assault, robbery of elderly woman at Germantown Rite-Aid
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A man who was arrested last month in connection with the assault and robbery of a 94 year old woman inside a Germantown pharmacy is now facing charges. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon has details.(Photo: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
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Future of offshore wind power in doubt, for New Jersey and nationwide, ahead of 2nd Trump term
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Now that we know Donald Trump is returning to the White House, some are wondering what happens next with the offshore wind industry. Trump has said he would shut it down. KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty takes a look at what the future might hold.(Photo: fokkebok/Getty Images)
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Riders would pay dramatically more and get less service in SEPTA's proposal to deal with deficit
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SEPTA today outlined a plan to dramatically hike fares and slash service to deal with a huge budget gap. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports.
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Philadelphia area hit hard by widespread Verizon outage
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If your internet went out overnight, you weren't alone. There was a Verizon internet outage throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, and it looks like our area was one of the hardest hit.According to Down Detector, reports of outages spiked between midnight and 2 a.m. Verizon Support has been responding to complaints on social media and apologizing for …
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Groups against 76ers arena protest ahead of City Council hearings
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Philadelphia City Council begins hearings today on the 76ers’ proposed Center City arena. Groups against the arena are gathering outside City Hall. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports live.
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Turnover differential is 'a big factor in winning five in a row' for the Eagles, says Merrill Reese
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KYW Newsradio's Dave Uram and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese break down highlights from Nick Sirianni's Monday afternoon video conference following their win over the Cowboys. Dave and Merrill discuss turnover differential, the five-game winning streak, Jordan Mailata's status, and Washington offensive coordinator K…
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SEPTA proposes 2 fare hikes a month apart, plus service cuts next year to address budget gap
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SEPTA is proposing two steep fare increases by New Year’s Day and deep service cuts next year to fill its $153 million budget gap. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo reports.
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City Council to hear testimony from Parker administration on proposed Sixers arena
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Public hearings begin today on the Philadelphia 76ers’ proposal to build a new arena on Market Street in Center City. KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb has more.
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People near and far gather at Pier 82 to say final farewells to SS United States
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Preparations are underway to tow the SS United States from a pier in South Philadelphia to Mobile, Alabama later this week, where it will be prepared to become the world's largest artificial reef. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports people are already saying farewell to the iconic vessel that was part of the Philadelphia landscape for nearly 30 y…
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Medical Report: Got back pain? Try virtual yoga
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Yoga is emerging as a valuable treatment for back pain, but some patients are in too much pain to attend sessions in person. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough shares this alternative.
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Police release surveillance images of hit-and-run driver who struck, killed woman in a wheelchair on City Avenue
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Police are still searching for the hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a woman in a wheelchair on City Avenue. Investigators released surveillance images of the man they’re looking for. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports. (Photo credit: Lower Merion Township Police Department)
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Fishermen pull old ‘military-style’ explosive from Cooper River
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Two treasure hunters went magnet-fishing in the Cooper River over the weekend hoping to pull up some valuable metals. Instead, they found an explosive.KYW Newsradio's Matt Coughlin has the details.(photo credit: Camden County)
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Northeast Philly Democratic state Senator Jimmy Dillon has conceded his race to Republican Joe Picozzi. While Republicans do pick up a Senate seat in Philadelphia for the first time in years, the party breakdown of each chamber in the general assembly will remain the same, as we hear from KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert.(photo credit: Nathan …
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Are you one of the 600 Philly voters who still need to verify their ID?
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All the races have been called in last Tuesday’s election, but Philadelphia City Commissioners continue to count thousands of provisional ballots and are still working to verify ID for hundreds of mail ballots. Here's KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb with the details.(photo credit: Getty Images)…
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Perkins Center for the Arts puts focus on veteran experience
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Veterans and their artwork are being celebrated in South Jersey. KYW's Shara Dae Howard has the details.Image credit: Shara Dae Howard/KYW Newsradio
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Officers fatally shoot armed man in West Philly carjacking, police pursuit
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Philadelphia police shot and killed an armed man Sunday night who was involved in a domestic incident, a carjacking and a car chase, officials said. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.
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Merrill Reese says the Eagles 'did what they had to do'
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KYW Newsradio's Dave Uram chats with the Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese for his instant reaction after the Birds beat the Cowboys 34-6.
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Woman in wheelchair killed in City Avenue hit-and-run
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Police in Lower Merion Township are looking for the hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a pedestrian in a wheelchair early Monday morning. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo reports live from the scene on City Avenue. (Photo credit: NBC10)
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A woman in Camden was found dead overnight in a house fire. Camden fire officials say crews were called to the scene on Kaighns Avenue near Haddon Avenue around 1:45 this morning and found a small fire and the deceased victim. Fire Chief Jesse Flax says it's still early on in their investigation, but they believe she died from smoke inhalation. The…
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2 more charged in shooting that struck Coatesville school bus
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Two more people, including a teenager, have been arrested in connection with shots that were fired at a school bus in Coatesville last month.The Chester County District Attorney’s Office announced on Sunday the arrests of 17-year-old Gabriel Johnson and 20-year Jose Medina, both from Coatesville.They each face a number of charges, including attempt…
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New Jersey notoriously votes blue. Trump lost by the thinnest margin of any Republican candidate in the last 30 years
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New Jersey looked more like a swing state this year than a Democratic stronghold, as Donald Trump performed better than any Republican candidate in the last 30 years. So, how did this happen? KYW Newsradio's South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty gets insights from a political analyst. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)…
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Overnight rain should give relief to crews battling wildfires, but still not enough to put an end to region’s drought
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We got some much needed rain in our area overnight. We've been in a drought for over a month, which has helped fuel wildfires in New Jersey and Reading, Pennsylvania.Accuweather senior meteorologist Bob Larson says this rain should give some relief to crews battling the fires. And while the record-breaking dry spell came to an end, Larson says it w…
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Medical Report: CDC lowers adult vaccination age for pneumonia
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As the weather gets colder, the risk of pneumonia increases. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has new vaccine recommendations to protect those at risk.
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SEPTA Transit Police officer arrested on suspicion of distributing child pornography online
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A SEPTA police officer was arrested last week by the FBI on charges he was distributing child pornography online. 43-year-old Brian Zenszer, a 17-year vet of the SEPTA police force, was taken into custody on Wednesday.An affidavit supporting his arrest warrant details how authorities tied Zenzser to two separate accounts on the messaging platform K…
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