Best Pacific Index Podcasts (2024)

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Pacific Change Makers: Addressing climate change in Papua New Guinea 20:19

5m ago20:19

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In this episode, Debra Sungi of PNG’s Climate Change and Development Authority speaks with the Lowy Institute’s Oliver Nobetau. Discussions around development in the Pacific consistently reference climate change as a major challenge. Countries such as PNG have to manage the support offered by international development partners without being overwhe…

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Philly officials who received threats from Trump supporters after 2020 election gather to denounce assassination attempt 1:14

9m ago1:14

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In the wake of the Donald Trump assassination attempt, Philadelphia area elected officials came together, today, to denounce political violence and reassure voters the November elections would be safe and fair. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports. 📸: REBECCA DROKE/AFP via Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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5 tips from HVAC pros to help cool your house in a heat wave 1:30

11m ago1:30

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Philadelphia now has a heat health emergency in place through Wednesday. Officials say that window may be extended if the forecast worsens. The city's heat programs will be active. That means more than 150 cooling centers like pools and libraries will be open, enhanced outreach will help people experiencing homelessness, and special field teams can…

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Philadelphians do what they can to cope with persistent high temps as city issues its 2nd heat health emergency this season 1:03

26m ago1:03

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Philly is under the second heat health emergency so far this year. KYW's Shara Dae Howard spoke to some people who are finding interesting ways of dealing with the high temps. 📸: Shara Dae Howard/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Biden-Harris campaign criticizes Donald Trump's choice of JD Vance for vice president 0:55

1h ago0:55

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The Biden-Harris campaign is criticizing the choice of Sen. JD Vance of Ohio to fill out the Republican ticket as Donald Trump's running mate. Campaign chair Jen Dillon charges that, if elected, Vance will help Trump cut Social Security and outlaw abortions. And if unelected, she says, it's possible that Vance will refuse to accept the results of t…

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With GOP vice presidential nomination official, Vance meets delegates on the RNC floor 2:58

10m ago2:58

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Chants of "JD! JD!" followed the official nomination of Sen. JD Vance of Ohio to the GOP ticket as Donald Trump's running mate. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports from the floor of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. 📸: Jim Melwert/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Feds order SEPTA to overhaul safety plan, citing rise in crashes, injuries and fatalities and assaults on employees 1:08

1h ago1:08

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The Federal Transportation Administration has just issued a scathing report on safety at SEPTA, after a string of five crashes in a single week last July. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports. 📸: Kristen Johanson/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Trump chooses foe-turned-ally Sen. JD Vance as GOP running mate 4:39

22m ago4:39

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Former President Donald Trump has officially become the Republican nominee for president, and he announced via Truth Social that U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio will be his VP pick. KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert joins us from the floor of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee to dig into the news, and tell us what it was li…

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Real Estate Market Shifts and Economic Indicators to Watch 13:09

2h ago13:09

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Welcome to another edition of Real Estate Jerky Daily with your hosts, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly! In today's episode, we dive into the latest market trends, discussing the so-called "Trump rally" in the stock market and how the bond market is faring. Key Takeaways: - **Stock and Bond Market Update:** A look at today's stock market rally and bond ma…

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A federal judge dismissed Trump's classified documents case. What's next? 3:56

10m ago3:56

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Loyola law professor Laurie Levenson joins KYW Newsradio live to discuss what's next for Donald Trump after a federal judge dismissed the classified documents case against him. (Photo by Jeff Swensen/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Pa. delegation at RNC in high spirits following Trump's survival of assassination attempt 1:16

33m ago1:16

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Day one of the Republican National Convention got off to a rousing start as news spread of the dismissal of the documents case against Donald Trump. KYW Newsradio's Jim Melwert reports from the RNC in Milwaukee. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)By Audacy

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RNC delegates applaud federal judge's dismissal of Trump classified documents case 2:17

1h ago2:17

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The Republican National Convention begins today in Milwaukee. Donald Trump is there, after surviving an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday. KYW Newsradio's Jim Melwert reports live from Milwaukee, where delegates are rejoicing over a federal judge's decision on Monday to dismiss the classified documents ca…

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Assassination attempts against political figures are disturbingly not uncommon in the US 1:28

1h ago1:28

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Former President Donald Trump is the first former or current president in more than 40 years to be shot in an assassination attempt. But as a local political science expert tells KYW Newsradio’s Nina Baratti, these targets on political figures are disturbingly not uncommon in modern American history. (Photo by Jeff Swensen/Getty Images)…

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Federal judge dismisses Trump classified documents case 0:28

2h ago0:28

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The federal judge overseeing the case alleging former President Donald Trump mishandled sensitive government documents after leaving the White House has dismissed the charges against him. (Photo by U.S. Department of Justice via Getty Images)By Audacy

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Trump's raised fist after assassination attempt 'energized us more' for RNC, western Pa. delegate says 4:58

2h ago4:58

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Mike McMullen, a western Pennsylvania delegate from the 17th Congressional District, was at the Trump rally in Butler during the assassination attempt of the former president. He recalls the scene firsthand and shares how he thinks it will impact the Republican National Convention. KYW Newsradio's Jim Melwert spoke with him at the RNC in Milwaukee.…

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What to expect from Trump at the Republican National Convention 2:28

23m ago2:28

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ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy reports live from the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where security officials say there aren't many changes to the event following the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Philadelphia heat health emergency in effect through Wednesday 0:18

36m ago0:18

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The city's heat programs will be active. More than 150 cooling centers, like pools and libraries, will be open. Enhanced outreach will help people experiencing homelessness and special field teams can conduct home visits. If you're worried about someone's well-being, the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging's Heatline will be open between 8:30 a.m. a…

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Mental acuity is on the presidential ballot. Who do you want in charge of the nuclear codes? 1:25

8m ago1:25

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It's a bit of a political cliche: Who do you want in charge of the nuclear codes? But it's a real question that voters are grappling with in this presidential election. KYW Newsradio's Tim McLaughlin spoke with an expert on the president's role in nuclear war.By Audacy

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Medical Report: What is sundowning? 0:55

6m ago0:55

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Sundowning is a major behavioral issue for those suffering from dementia, and it can impact the people who care for them, too. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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What security looks like at the RNC in the wake of Trump assassination attempt 2:10

8m ago2:10

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The Republican National Convention begins today in Milwaukee. Donald Trump is there after surviving an assassination attempt at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday. KYW Newsradio's Jim Melwert reports live from the RNC in Milwaukee. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Inflation fell slightly, according to latest consumer price index. Here's what that means 3:03

18m ago3:03

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We got a little sigh of relief last week with a consumer price index that showed inflation not only dropped, but prices dropped by a tenth of a percent. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has more. (Illustration by Getty Images)By Audacy

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Is this the end of Southwest's free-for-all seating policy? Airline contemplating new fees 0:50

24m ago0:50

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If you fly Southwest, you probably love that the airline doesn't charge you to check your bags, and their one-class open-seating policy seems to work. But that could be about to change. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg has more. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Jury deliberations enter second day in Sen. Menendez bribery trial 0:29

34m ago0:29

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Jury deliberations are set to resume today in the federal bribery trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez. Jurors deliberated for about three hours on Friday in the Manhattan courtroom and could not reach a verdict. The trial is entering its 10th week. The 70-year-old Democrat has denied charges that he engaged in a bribery scheme to benefit three Ne…

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Thousands of government employees return to the office full-time, days after judge upheld mayor’s mandate 1:29

10m ago1:29

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Thousands of Philadelphia government employees who have been working remotely are returning in person Monday, days after a judge upheld Mayor Cherelle Parker’s back-to-the-office order. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez is live in Center City with the story.By Audacy

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In Butler, Pa., Gov. Shapiro says political divisions must be addressed in 'peaceful manner' 1:07

13m ago1:07

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Gov. Josh Shapiro was in Butler, Pennsylvania yesterday and commended the quick response by the Secret Service during the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump. He told the crowd that differences in political opinions cannot lead to violence. (Photo credit: Commonwealth Media)By Audacy

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A Conversation with Activists and Co-Owners of Eastwind Books Bea and Harvey Dong 39:03

31m ago39:03

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Welcome to Season 4, Episode 29! Eastwind Books has been an institution in Berkeley as well as a pioneer for Asian American and multicultural bookstores across the country. The co-owners, Bea and Harvey Dong have been longtime activists in the Asian American community, so we were honored to get a chance to have them on as guests to talk about their…

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Holy Family University breaks ground on athletic fieldhouse 0:58

13m ago0:58

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Holy Family University in Northeast Philadelphia broke ground this past week on a new Athletic Fieldhouse. KYW's Matt Leon has more... 📸: Holy Family UniversityBy Audacy

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Shara in the City: Exploring the Cave of Kelpius and America's first doomsday cult 9:43

20m ago9:43

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KYW's Shara Dae Howard accompanies Jacob Patrick Ellis, a frequent visitor to Wissahickon Valley Park, to explore a cave said to be built by America’s first cult of mystics to predict the apocalypse: The Cave of Kelpius. The two discuss the history of the mysterious Philadelphia landmark, its namesake Johannes Kelpius, and the 17th century doomsday…

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'All of a sudden, you just hear people screaming and going to the ground' — eyewitness reactions to Donald Trump's assassination attempt in Butler, Pa. 2:40

12m ago2:40

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There were thousands in attendance at the rally in Butler and many eyewitnesses have since shared what they saw happened. They told KDKA Radio in Pittsburgh that it was all very fast. 📸: Jabin Botsford/The Washington Post via Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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Vice president in Philadelphia reaches out to Asian and Pacific Islander American voters at presidential town hall 1:22

1h ago1:22

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Prior to the attempt on former President Donald Trump's life on Saturday, Vice President Kamala Harris gave the keynote speech at the APIA Presidential Town Hall, where she was hoping to energize the crowd of Asian and Pacific Islander Americans to vote this November. KYW’s Sunny Morgan has more from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. 📸: Kyle Mazz…

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COMMENTARY: With RNC set to begin, federal, state and local law enforcement on high alert 1:38

1h ago1:38

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The attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life will put new emphasis on security going forward, especially at the Republican National Convention, which starts Monday in Milwaukee. Federal, state and local law enforcement officials will be on high alert and take additional safety measures for the event. KYW Special Contributor Larry Kane, who h…

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'Then the gunshot, people hitting the floor, kids crying' — eyewitness reactions to Donald Trump's assassination attempt in Butler, Pa. 3:03

1d ago3:03

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The FBI is investigating what is now officially an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. As the shots rang out at the Western Pennsylvania Trump rally, many in the crowd screamed and scrambled. Some eyewitnesses describe to KDKA Radio in Pittsburgh what they saw and heard in those chaotic moments. 📸: Jeff Swensen/Getty Images…

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Man who shot Trump at rally was 20-year-old from Pennsylvania, officials say 1:09

15m ago1:09

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The FBI has identified the shooter at the Donald Trump campaign rally as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks. He's from the town of Bethel Park, about an hour south of Butler where the rally took place. The Feds are now officially calling this an attempted assassination. It was the most serious attempt on a president or presidential candidate since R…

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Biden says 'everybody must condemn' attack on Trump and later speaks with ex-president 0:49

19m ago0:49

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The White House said President Biden spoke with former President Trump on Saturday evening after the assassination attempt. Biden returned to Washington early from a weekend trip to Delaware in the wake of the incident. He will hold a briefing with homeland security and law enforcement officials at the White House Sunday morning. KYW’s Sunny Morgan…

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Harper the acrobatic emotional support dog lives up to her Phillies namesake 3:19

33m ago3:19

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Meet Harper, a huge Phillies fan who shows a lot of energy when things go well for her ballclub. Oh, and she's a dog. KYW Newsradio's Dave Uram has more on this unique Sports Fan of the Week. (Photo provided by Nancy Criscuolo)By Audacy

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A once-worrisome stray dog captures the hearts of the Temple cops who rescued it 1:11

19m ago1:11

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Police regularly get calls to pick up stray animals. According to ACCT Philly, police have brought in almost 400 animals from the streets since January. But for a few Temple University police officers, they turned a worrisome dog’s attitude upside down. KYW Newsradio's Sunny Morgan has more. (Photo credit: Temple University Police Department)…

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What to expect with spotted lanternflies this season 1:08

10m ago1:08

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This summer, you may see the pesky, invasive spotted lanternflies around. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo talked with a local arborist, and it looks like the population may be kept in check a little more. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Haverford High product nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year Award 1:04

13m ago1:04

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A Haverford High School graduate has been nominated for a prestigious honor by the University of Scranton. KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon has more. (Photo credit: ZJ Morse)By Audacy

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Biden adamant about staying in the race: 'I am running and we're gonna win,' he declares at campaign rally 1:09

15m ago1:09

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President Joe Biden is adamant about staying in the race, as he made clear while campaigning Friday evening in Detroit. And, the president made a point of addressing Donald Trump's character. Biden called Trump a convicted criminal, a rapist, and a bad businessman with six bankruptcy filings. He said his opponent has no regard for democracy. Biden …

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2023 data breach potentially exposed personal info of more than 35,000 people, City of Philadelphia reveals 1:11

19m ago1:11

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The City of Philadelphia said hackers breached its email system and had access to it for two months last year, putting the personal information of tens of thousands of residents at risk. KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon reports.By Audacy

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Havertown native Katie Redding nominated for NCAA Woman of the Year Award 7:05

1h ago7:05

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A Haverford High School product has been nominated for a prestigious honor by the University of Scranton. KYW Newsradio's Matt Leon talks with star field hockey player Katie Redding about her nomination for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award.By Audacy

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The Week in Philly: The story behind Blobfest 4:11

11h ago4:11

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Why do dozens of cult movie fans flock to Phoenixville every year just to stampede out of the town’s legendary Colonial Theatre? KYW Newsradio’s Andre Bennett explains the backstory behind Blobfest, and how it pays homage to a slice of Hollywood history rooted in Chester County. Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5…

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The Week in Philly: Phillies at the All-Star Break - how they became baseball's best team 7:23

11h ago7:23

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The best record in baseball. A franchise-record in All-Stars. Elite starting pitching, plus a bona fide MVP candidate. Yep, the Phillies put together one heck of a resume heading into the break. KYW Newsradio’s Dave Uram has been following the club all season, and explains how the Phils weathered a tough first week and key injuries to solidify thei…

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The Week in Philly: Takes on Pennsylvania's new license plates 5:58

11h ago5:58

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Out with the yellow, white, and blue; in with the red, white, and blue, and Liberty Bell too! Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled a brand new look for Pennsylvania's license plate, set to arrive in 2025, while a sneak peak of the design scheme can already be seen on welcome signs throughout the state. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo stopped by a local auto s…

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The Week in Philly: Avenue of the Arts ready for major project 4:45

11h ago4:45

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In the aftermath of a signature institution’s sudden closure, the Avenue of the Arts announced plans for a rebirth ahead of the American semi-quincentennial. What do the plans entail? How much will the project cost? Who’s paying for it? KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo has the details. Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio every Saturday a…

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The Week in Philly: How Pennsylvania factors into the Republican National Convention 7:02

11h ago7:02

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Next week’s Republican National Convention is halfway across the country from Pennsylvania, but the all-important swing state is certainly expected to factor into how the GOP presents its platform entering the height of the 2024 presidential election season. Before heading out to Milwaukee to cover the event, KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim…

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The Week in Philly: "King Maker" Johnny Doc's fall from the top 6:58

11h ago6:58

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Former Philadelphia labor union power broker John Dougherty’s fall from power hit its nadir this week, when a federal judge in Reading, PA sentenced him to six years in prison. KYW Newsradio City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb has followed Dougherty’s rise and fall, and puts this latest development in his legal woes into perspective. Listen to The Week…

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Man arrested, charged in connection with sexual assault of 5-year-old in New Castle 0:39

14h ago0:39

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Brandywine School District emotional support therapist John Arnold has been arrested and charged in connection with the sexual assault of a child. (Photo credit: New Castle County Police)By Audacy

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Man sentenced in fatal 2020 shooting of 19-year-old sitting on North Philly stoop 1:28

15h ago1:28

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Charles Davis was 25 years old when he and then 16-year-old Joel Saint-Fort fired down the street at 10th and Thompson in February 2020, fatally striking 19-year-old Yaniyah Foster in the head. KYW's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson tells us, on Friday, Charles was sentenced to 20-40 years in prison. (Photo credit: Getty Images)…

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Judge upholds Mayor Parker's return-to-office order for city employees 1:16

15h ago1:16

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A Philadelphia judge has upheld Mayor Cherelle Parker’s back-to-office order to city employees. That means all city workers will be reporting in person on Monday, July 15. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports. (Photo credit: Pat Loeb/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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