Best Officer Involved Shootings Podcasts (2025)

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Breaking down an officer involved shooting 10:20

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TikTok Ban in the US & Disney in Talks to Recast Black Panther Actor | #unfiltered 41:56

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In this week’s episode of Unfiltered, we delve into the looming TikTok ban set to take effect in the United States on January 19th, exploring whether the decision is justified or driven by jealousy over the app’s success.In the second half of the episode, we examine Disney’s talks about recasting Black Panther. Was it a mistake not to recast Chadwi…

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NJ 5th grade teacher got pregnant, had baby, from sexually abusing one of her students 1:16

23m ago1:16

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A Cape May County elementary school teacher is accused of sexually assaulting a former student over the course of four years -- and having his baby. Authorities also say the victim was living at the suspect’s house. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty tells us the investigation began after a Facebook post by the victim’s dad.Image credit: Gett…

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51-year-old man accused of shooting, killing girlfriend in Bensalem motel 1:30

3h ago1:30

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A 51-year-old man is in custody following Wednesday’s deadly shooting in a Bensalem motel that prompted a frantic search of dozens of hotel rooms in the area of Street Road and Route 1. As that search was going on in Bucks County, officials said the suspect was in a violent standoff with police in Trenton. KYW Newsradio's suburban bureau chief Jim …

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Report: Cancer diagnoses becoming more prevalent among women than men 1:54

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The rate of deaths from cancer has fallen 34% over the last 30 years, according to the American Cancer Society's annual report. But cancer rates among middle-aged women and young people are on the rise. KYW Newsradio's community impact reporter Racquel Williams has more.

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After more than 50 years in politics, what will Biden’s legacy be? 1:57

2h ago1:57

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In his farewell speech from the Oval Office, President Biden warned of a "dangerous concentration of power in the hands of a few ultra-wealthy people." Biden also touted his achievements like the bipartisan infrastructure law, but said it would "take time to feel the full impact of what we've done together." KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi spoke wit…

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Merrill Reese: The Eagles respect the Rams and know they're playing good football 4:16

20m ago4:16

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On this Thursday edition of KYW Newsradio's "Minute with Merrill," Dave Uram and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese discuss Nick Sirianni's Wednesdays press conference, as well as why the Rams are not to be taken for granted.

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Chestnut Hill residents demand pedestrian safety improvements on Germantown Avenue 1:20

2h ago1:20

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Chestnut Hill residents and business owners made their frustrations about pedestrian safety known to city officials Wednesday night. Dozens gathered at Jenks Academy for Arts and Sciences to share their concerns about the crosswalks on Germantown Avenue that are in bad shape and, in many cases, barely visible. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports. (…

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NJ teacher accused of sexually assaulting a student from her 5th grade class for 4 years and having a child by him 0:53

9h ago0:53

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A South Jersey teacher has been accused of sexually assaulting a student over the course of four years, starting when that child was in the fifth grade.

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Police say officer shot at driver who struck cop following illegal car meetup 1:18

4h ago1:18

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A 22-year-old man has been charged after he struck a cop with his car and fled. Another officer fired a gunshot into his passenger side window. Police say he was being chased by police hours earlier following an illegal car meetup on City Avenue. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi has more.

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Medical Report: Can exercise help with depression? 0:52

2h ago0:52

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A growing number of physicians are prescribing exercise as a treatment for depression. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough looks at a new study.

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Eagles fan fired from job, banned from Linc after hurling vile insults at Packers fans 1:09

3h ago1:09

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The foul-mouthed Eagles fan who berated a couple of Packers fans at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday has been fired from his job since a video of the incident went viral. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports. (Image credit: Alexander Basara/X)

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2 men plead guilty to federal charges in 2020 murder of Philadelphia SWAT unit Sgt. James O'Connor 1:15

27m ago1:15

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Two men pleaded guilty no Wednesday to murder and racketeering charges about five years after a Philadelphia Police Department sergeant was killed during a raid in Frankford.KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi reports.Image credit: Philadelphia Police Department

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President Joe Biden's Oval Office farewell address, Jan. 15, 2025 17:16

2h ago17:16

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Speaking from the Oval Office as he prepares to hand over power Monday to President-elect Donald Trump, President Joe Biden used his farewell address to the nation to deliver stark warnings about an “oligarchy” of the ultra-wealthy taking root in the country and a “tech-industrial complex” that is infringing on Americans' rights and the future of d…

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Philly man pleads guilty to nearly two dozen illegal gun purchases 1:12

2h ago1:12

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A Philadelphia man will spend at least 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to the illegal purchase of nearly two dozen guns, several of which were recovered from crime scenes.Photo Credit: Getty Images

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Senate confirmation hearings move along at a fast clip, as nation's capital prepares for Trump inauguration spectacle 2:53

6h ago2:53

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In Washington, D.C., Senate confirmation hearings are moving quickly for nominees for key positions in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida is under scrutiny for secretary of state, while former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi is in the hot seat for Attorney General. Security for the upcoming inaugurati…

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Middle East expert hopeful about Israel-Hamas hostage release during pause in warfare, but skeptical of a long-term ceasefire 1:19

2h ago1:19

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A long-awaited ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas has an expert in Middle Eastern affairs at the University of Pennsylvania anxious about the next six weeks. Photo Credit: Getty Images

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Police investigating slaying after woman's body found at Bensalem motel 0:38

3h ago0:38

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Police in Bensalem are investigating a homicide after a woman was found dead inside a hotel room. It was early Wednesday morning when authorities said Pennsylvania State Police received a tip about a possible homicide at a hotel or motel in Bensalem.Photo Credit: Getty Images

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Cherry Hill school superintendent says balanced approach to student cellphone usage is working 1:10

6h ago1:10

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Cellphone usage is a problem in schools all over. During his state of the state, Governor Phil Murphy said he supports banning phones at schools. Photo Credit: Getty Images

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PATCO to discontinue Freedom card, pivot to contactless fare system 1:08

17m ago1:08

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PATCO is retiring its Freedom card this year and moving to contactless fare payment just as SEPTA has done. We get the story from KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo.

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Sharon Hill renames borough playground after Fanta Bility 1:18

2h ago1:18

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A Delaware County community comes together to remember Fanta Bility, the young girl shot and killed by police four years ago as they responded to gunfire after a high school football game.As KYW’s Justin Udo tells us, they are doing so in away that ensures her legacy will live on.

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Breaking down the Eagles coordinators' press conferences 5:14

1h ago5:14

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In Wednesday's Minute with Merrill, KYW's Dave Uram and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese recap the highlights from the Eagles weekly coordinator press conferences.

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Brigantine toddler found wandering outside after babysitter blacked out from drinking, police say 1:08

4h ago1:08

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Police at the Jersey Shore say a woman got drunk and passed out while babysitting a toddler in Brigantine.Around 12:30 p.m. Monday, a neighbor called 911 to report a toddler wandering around outside alone. The neighbor recognized the kid and took the child back home.Once inside, the neighbor told police she found 35-year-old Jena Davidson, of Ventn…

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Fels High student who excelled in the classroom and on the basketball court shot dead 1:21

2h ago1:21

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A Samuel Fels High School student who excelled in the classroom and the basketball court was shot and killed. Grief counselors are available at the school today and police are continuing their investigation. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez has more.

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Medical Report: The importance of cancer screening 0:42

4h ago0:42

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A major new report looks at the importance of screening for cancer. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has the results and makes some recommendations.

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900 Jefferson physician residents are the latest to vote to unionize 1:19

10h ago1:19

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A wave of physician residents and fellows at hospitals across the city are unionizing. Residents at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital became the fourth group to join a union late Monday night, and more election results are expected this week. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi reports.

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Sewell man pleads guilty to avoiding taxes on business revenue for 7 years 0:31

13h ago0:31

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A Gloucester County man has pleaded guilty in federal court to tax evasion charges.Jose Camilo Perez Jr., 54, of Sewell controlled a company that digitized medical records for health care organizations and made $8 million from 2016 through 2023, but he didn’t claim any income from the business.Federal investigators say he would cash checks at check…

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Former South Jersey school custodian pleads guilty to contaminating student’s food with bodily fluids 0:46

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A former school custodian in Cumberland County, New Jersey plead guilty Tuesday to tainting children’s cafeteria food with bodily fluids and cleaning products along with a separate child pornography charge.Photo Credit: Getty Images

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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy gives his final State of the State address unveiling new plans for 2025 1:17

1h ago1:17

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In his final State of the State Address on Tuesday, Gov. Phil Murphy said his administration fulfilled the promise of a stronger, fairer New Jersey and outlined new priorities for the year ahead.Photo Credit: Getty Images

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Larry Krasner has a challenger for the next distinct attorney’s race: Pat Dugan, former Municipal Court president judge 1:14

1h ago1:14

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The former president judge of Philadelphia Municipal Court, today, announced that he's running for district attorney against incumbent Larry Krasner. KYW's City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.

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Jack Smith fires a parting shot with his final report on Trump's election interference case 3:22

2h ago3:22

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Smith says president-elect Trump would have been convicted if not for winning the election. Smith said he and his team "stood up for the rule of law" while investigating Trump and that he stands behind his decision to bring criminal charges against the president-elect. Trump is maintaining his innocence, and says "the voters have spoken."Joining us…

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West Chester man sentenced to 40-80 years behind bars for child sex assault conviction 0:48

2h ago0:48

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A 41-year-old old Chester County man is sentenced to decades in prison after he was convicted of repeatedly raping and sexually abusing a child over the course of nine years. KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Mortgage rates stubbornly high at 7%; Fed tapping brakes on interest rate cuts because inflation remains above target 1:13

2h ago1:13

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Despite hopes that interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve would drive down the borrowing rate for home loans, mortgage rates are hovering around 7%. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon explains a positive end of year job report is partly to blame.Image credit: Getty Images

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SEPTA working to ensure a smooth ride for Eagles fans following last Sunday’s Broad Street Line issue 1:11

1h ago1:11

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It was a case of really bad timing. Service was suspended on part of SEPTA’s Broad Street Line just as fans were headed to Sunday’s Eagles wild card playoff game against Green Bay in South Philadelphia.Photo Credit: Holli Stephens / KYW Newsradio

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Feds run operation to remotely remove malware from more than 4,000 computers 1:02

3h ago1:02

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A court-approved operation that allowed the FBI to identify and remotely delete malware from thousands of computers over the past several months was announced today in Philadelphia. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt tells us the malware was used by China backed hackers to steal information from computers around the world including here in Pennsylvania.…

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17-year-old shot dead behind his North Philadelphia home, police say 1:14

1h ago1:14

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Police are investigating Tuesday morning’s shooting death of a star student-athlete at Philadelphia’s Fels High School. We get the story from KYW Newsradio education reporter Mike DeNardo.(Photo: NBC10)

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Ongoing blood supply shortage underscores the need for diversity among donors 1:17

2h ago1:17

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This National Blood donor month donation centers and hospitals across the country are desperate for blood donations but especially from people of color. The persisting shortage in the nation's blood supply is being worsened by an even greater lack of diversity of donors.Photo Credit: Getty Images

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Merrill Reese gives his take on the LA Rams ahead of Sunday's divisional round matchup 5:31

3h ago5:31

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On a Tuesday morning edition of KYW Newsradio's "Minute with Merrill," KYW's Dave Uram and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese discuss the Eagles next opponent --- the Los Angeles Rams. They also talk about the tough news of the Eagles losing linebacker Nakobe Dean for the rest of the season.…

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City promises to 'reimagine' Market East — without an arena — and Chinatown business leaders want to have a say 1:27

4h ago1:27

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Activists trying to keep an arena away from Chinatown breathed a sigh of relief when the Sixers decided to stay in South Philly after all. But Comcast Spectacor will invest in a project that reimagines Market East. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi reports Chinatown’s business leaders want their views considered more earnestly this time around.…

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Medical Report: Local pharmacies are becoming scarce 0:47

4h ago0:47

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The local pharmacy is becoming a thing of the past in many communities. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough looks at the health impact in vulnerable communities.

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5-year-old boy critically injured in chain reaction car crash in Northeast Philadelphia 1:15

5h ago1:15

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Philly police are investigating a four-car crash in the Frankford section of the city that left a 5-year-old boy in critical condition. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports. (Photo credit: NBC10)

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New study finds Americans' lifetime risk of dementia may be higher than previously estimated 0:46

15h ago0:46

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New research suggests that Americans' risk for developing dementia over a lifetime may be higher than previously thought. A study published today in Nature Medicine finds that after age 55, people have up to a 4 in 10 chance of eventually developing dementia — if they live long enough. That's more than double older estimates. That risk translates i…

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Last chance to gift some goats your Christmas tree 1:13

18h ago1:13

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The holidays are over, but the giving spirit is here to stay… or at least that’s what those at the Philly Goat Project are hoping. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard has the story.

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Delco officials work to keep Crozer-Chester Hospital open in wake of parent company bankruptcy 1:13

18h ago1:13

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Officials in Delaware County say they are working to keep Crozer-Chester Hospital running and hold a private equity firm responsible for any financial losses as Crozer’s parent company goes through bankruptcy. KYW Newsradio's Matt Coughlin has the details.(Photo credit: Crozer Health)

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Officials set up thermal drones, traps to find 'vicious' dogs involved in Fairmount Park attack 1:18

19h ago1:18

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Authorities continue to look for three young pit bulls believed to be part of a pack of dogs who attacked and injured two men in Fairmount Park Friday morning.KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt has more on the search.(photo credit: John McDevitt)

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Montgomery County man pleads guilty to defrauding dozens of customers of half-million dollars in home generator scam 1:10

19h ago1:10

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A Montgomery County man has pleaded guilty to ripping off dozens of customers for about a half million dollars, admitting that he took deposits to install home generators and electrical supplies, but then never did the work. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.Image credit: Getty Images

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Deptford sports complex operator accused of having sexual relationship with teen boy 1:12

19h ago1:12

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Court documents outline charges against 46-year-old Tara Carr. She’s accused of performing sexual acts on a boy between ages 13 and 16 multiple times from March to May of 2024 inside her SUV, often at Marlton Park in Pilesgrove, Salem County.KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has the details. (photo credit: Getty Images)…

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76ers' abrupt change of plans a 'curve ball' for Parker 1:30

22h ago1:30

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The Sixers have done an abrupt about-face on plans to build a new arena in Center City, confirming today they’ll be staying in South Philadelphia. The team announcing it will be going 50-50 with the Flyers’ owner, Comcast, on a new home. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb has more.

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Breaking down the Eagles' 22-10 wild card round win over Green Bay 3:18

1d ago3:18

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It's the Monday morning after the Eagles advanced to the Divisional Round of the Playoff. In today's Minute with Merrill, KYW's Dave Uram and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese discuss the Eagles Wild Card Round victory over the Packers.

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Prospect Medical Holdings, owner of 2 Delco hospitals, files for bankruptcy 1:40

1d ago1:40

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Prospect Medical Holdings, the company that runs Crozer-Chester and Taylor hospitals in Delaware County, has filed for bankruptcy. (Photo credit: Crozer Health)

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