Best The United States of Kensington Podcasts (2024)

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Applications open for ready-to-drink cocktail permits in Pa. 1:01

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A shake-up in Pennsylvania’s cocktail market is creating quite a stir. Grocery stores, gas stations and other retailers will soon be able to sell ready-to-drink cocktails. Pre-mixed drinks in cans and bottles have only been stocked at Fine Wine and Good Spirits stores up until now. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is accepting applications, st…

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Federal appeals court allows Florida to enforce ban on gender-affirming care for minors 1:16

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A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Florida to enforce a ban on gender-affirming care for minors. The law prohibits transgender minors from being prescribed puberty blockers and hormonal treatments, even with their parents’ permission. It also requires that transgender adults only receive treatment from a doctor and not from a registere…

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The importance of accepting cultural norms while traveling 0:48

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Wherever you travel, it's not about exporting U.S. culture, it's about immersing yourself in a foreign culture and understanding acceptable cultural norms. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg explains. (Photo by Lauren DeCicca/Getty Images)By Audacy

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Medical Report: Why do some teens struggle with alcohol consumption more than others? 0:54

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Why do some teens struggle with alcohol and alcohol dependency while others don’t? A new report says don’t overlook family dynamics and personality traits. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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Dozens of Philly schools to dismiss early due to high temps 1:22

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The school year just started, but a number of Philly schools are having early dismissal today because of the heat. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports.By Audacy

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Man arrested, charged for assaulting 5 people on Market Street 1:59

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Police say around 7:15 a.m., a man, identified as 36-year-old Donnell Bruce, pushed three elderly people to the ground “in an unprovoked attack” near 22nd and Market streets. (Photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)By Audacy

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2 boys wanted in connection with string of robberies, carjackings in North Philly 1:20

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Authorities are looking for a 17-year-old boy and a younger boy, around 10 to 12 years old, who they believe are behind a series of robberies and carjackings in North Philadelphia. KYW Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson has the details. (Photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)By Audacy

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Black Breastfeeding Week is underway! 1:25

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It’s Black Breastfeeding Week and an area organization is highlighting the significant role that Black birth workers play in supporting Black mothers during their breastfeeding journey. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more. (Photo courtesy of Alexia Doumbouya)By Audacy

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'We are blindsided': City drops much anticipated 76 Place impact report 1:32

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Reports on the impact of the Sixers’ proposed new arena were released Thursday. They detail a major new revenue source for the city but at the expense of one of its most storied communities. KYW's Nigel Thompson sifts through the findings. (Photo credit: Pat Loeb/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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With temperatures expected to heat up, Philly School district prepares for early dismissals 1:14

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Philadelphia School District will be dismissing 63 schools three hours early on Tuesday and Wednesday. KYW's Nina Baratti has the details. (Photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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$150k dedicated to fight transient crime on South Jersey's River Line 1:16

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Officials in South Jersey are dedicating $150,000 to a program they say will help keep their light rail system clear of transient crime…something they’re seeing more of. KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo reports the program will take place at a number of River Line towns. 📸: NBC10 PhiladelphiaBy Audacy

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63 Philly schools to dismiss early Tuesday and Wednesday because of extreme heat 1:01

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It’s the first day of school in Philadelphia and the district is already planning to dismiss some students early because of extreme heat. (Photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Woman who breached tiger enclosure at Cohanzick Zoo identified, charged 1:06

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Bridgeton police say Zyair Dennis, 24, of Millville, is the woman seen on video sticking her hand inside the tiger cage at Cohanzick Zoo and taunting a 7-year-old Bengal Tiger. KYW Newsradio's Nigel Thompson has the details. (Photo credit: Bridgeton Police Department)By Audacy

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Man gets up to 25 years for raping teen in Quakertown parking lot 1:13

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Bucks County Judge Stephen Corr called 33-year-old Miguel Sanchez “a despicable person with a total lack of regard for anyone else” on Monday as he sentenced him to 12 ½ to 25 years in state prison. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports. (Photo credit: Bucks County District Attorney's Office)…

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SEPTA is adding more Regional Rail trains next month, bringing service level closer to pre-pandemic status 1:06

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SEPTA is beefing up Regional Rail service next month, especially during evenings and weekends. KYW’s Mike DeNardo has more. 📸: John McDevitt/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Judge approves Philadelphia Housing Authority ownership of Brith Sholom House, ending years of stress for tenants 1:10

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A Philadelphia judge, today, approved the sale of the troubled Brith Shalom apartments to the Philadelphia Housing Authority after years of turmoil in the building. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports. 📸: Pat Loeb/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Jitters, excitement as Philly students and staff return to school 1:10

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It’s the first day of school for 116,000 students in the Philadelphia School District. The mayor and superintendent were among those welcoming students Monday morning at the Edmonds Elementary School in East Mt. Airy. KYW education reporter Mike DeNardo was there. (Photo credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW Newsradio)…

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Federal authorities ask for help from public in search for fugitive accused of killing pregnant girlfriend 3 years ago 1:27

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It’s been three years since a young pregnant mother was found dead in Southwest Philadelphia, and police are still looking for her boyfriend, who they believe killed her. He was recently spotted in Nevada, as we hear from KYW's Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson. 📸: FBIBy Audacy

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Community in mourning remembers woman, girl killed in NE Philly house fire 1:09

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A community in mourning: a vigil was held Sunday night for a woman and little girl who were killed in a fire in Northeast Philly. Around 7:30 Saturday morning, officials say a home on Granite Street went up in flames while six people were home. Investigators say a 31-year-old woman and an 8-year-old girl died at the scene. Richard Castro who lives …

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Walmart recalls apple juice sold in 25 states due to elevated arsenic levels 2:03

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Walmart has recalled nearly 10,000 cases of apple juice bottles. The Food and Drug Administration first announced the recall on August 15th, but has now issued a more urgent warning. The new classification says the affected product may cause temporary adverse health consequences but is unlikely to cause serious or irreversible medical issues. The r…

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Some European countries are directing travelers off planes to trains and ferries 0:48

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A growing number of countries in Europe, in an attempt to lower the number of short-haul flights, are encouraging airline passengers to take the train or, in some cases, are banning flights of less than an hour. But as CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg explains, ferries are sometimes an even more affordable alternative. 📸: Getty Images…

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Woman shot, killed after trying to break up fight in Kensington, police say 1:17

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Philly police are investigating two deadly shootings in Kensington. One victim got in the middle of a fight and the other was on his scooter when they were shot. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports. (Photo credit: NBC10)By Audacy

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Medical Report: Hospitals should bring care into communities, study suggests 0:53

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A new study suggests hospitals need to bring care into communities to improve overall health. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.By Audacy

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Temple's Diamond Marching Band will perform in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 1:29

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Temple University's marching band got a surprise announcement on Sunday. The university's Diamond Band was selected to march in the 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. KYW Newsradio's Nina Baratti was on campus as band members heard the exciting news. 📸: Nina Baratti/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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Scam callers will rush you into handing over personal data; FBI says: First, 'take a beat' 1:03

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The Feds have launched a nationwide campaign in hopes of quelling the rise of identity theft throughout the country. KYWs Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson explains. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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A focus on anti-violence education through soccer at North Philly rec center 1:11

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The Lighthouse, Philadelphia’s oldest nonprofit, is focusing on Recreation Over Violence for kids this fall. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more. 📸: Racquel Williams/KYW NewsradioBy Audacy

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OG Philly b-boys don't hold back on the integrity, authenticity and individuality of breaking — past, present and future 8:11

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Break dancing made its first appearance at the Olympics this year in Paris. And with questions over how the culture was represented on an international stage, it might not be back. Shara Dae Howard talks with some OG Philly breakers to get their takes and learn a few moves. 📸: Rob Schumacher/USA TODAY Sports…

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COMMENTARY: It's crunch time with GOP, Dems focused on Pa. down-ballot contests 1:05

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As the summer calendar winds down, there is a changing look to campaign '24. KYW Special Contributor Larry Kane reports in this commentary. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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11th annual Philly 10k shut down streets, but it opens new pathways for thousands of runners 1:24

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The Philly 10k is one of the city’s fastest growing runs. This year's race is currently wrapping up, and as KYW Newsradio's Justin Udo tells us, runners came from near and far for the run that gives them some unique views of the city. 📸: Getty ImagesBy Audacy

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Neighbor jumps into action when home in Northeast Philly catches fire 1:21

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An 8-year-old girl and a 31-year-old woman both died in a fire in Northeast Philly Saturday morning. A 9-year-old boy and two men were also injured. KYW’s Nigel Thompson has details on the second fatal fire in the city in as many days. (Photo credit: Nigel Thompson/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Story of local Holocaust survivor to take the stage next month in Melrose Park 1:28

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Jenkintown resident Ruth Kapp Hartz has shared her life story in speech and writing, but never expected to see it on stage. KYW's Sabrina Boyd-Surka tells us “Hidden," getting its world premiere this month with M7 Productions at Gratz College Theater, is the story of Hartz’s childhood spent in hiding in France during World War II. (Photo courtesy o…

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Growing up where Philly sports thrive, it was hard for Taj Shuib not to be a fan 3:14

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Taj Shuib, 48, was introduced to hockey as a fifth grader going to Dunbar in North Philadelphia. His teacher wanted them to learn something new, so they started playing hockey in gym. He loved it. Perfect timing, too, because this was in 1986, not too long before the Flyers went on their 1987 run to the Stanley Cup Final where they heartbreakingly …

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Man dead, 9-year-old injured in North Philly shooting 1:09

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Police say around 6:20 p.m. Friday, on North 12th Street, two people inside a black Jeep Cherokee got out of the car and opened fire. KYW's Vik Raghupathi has the story. (Photo credit: NBC10)By Audacy

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3 dead in Montco multi-car crash 1:04

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Police say a man traveling west on County Line Road Friday evening crossed into the eastbound travel lanes and struck a Nissan SUV traveling east. More now from KYW's Vik Raghupathi. (Photo credit: Getty Images)By Audacy

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There's a pop-up clinic in Philly this weekend and it's completely free 1:08

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The Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office and Remote Area Medical have set up shop at the Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School on Torresdale Avenue, offering overall health, vision and dental services to anyone in need, no questions asked. KYW Community Impact reporter Racquel Williams tells us the services are available Saturday and Sunday starting at …

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2 dead, including a child, in Northeast Philly house fire 1:49

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Officials told our sources at NBC10 it happened on the 900 block of Granite Street around 7:30 a.m. Flames erupted inside one home then spread to a second. (Photo credit: NBC10)By Audacy

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The Week in Philly: Stuck bridge briefly messes with Jersey Shore travel 3:56

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Earlier this week, the Middle Thorofare Bridge - which connects Wildwood Crest and Cape May - went up to let boats pass…and didn’t come back down. Officials thought it would take weeks to get the broken motor repaired, but it was up and running in a few days. KYW’s South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty explains the whole saga and how this temporary …

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The Week in Philly: The final call for the SS United States 6:51

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A historic ocean liner has been sitting at a Philadelphia pier for 30 years. Its fate has been up in the air recently, as the owners of the pier and the boat battled over its location. Now, a judge has declared that the SS United States must be moved by September 12. Where will it go? KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt gives us the full story. Listen to…

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The Week in Philly: Deptford parents speak out after almost losing free busing 6:16

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A few weeks before the start of the school year, Deptford Township schools announced a plan to eliminate free busing for students who lived within 2 miles of their school - and then quickly rescinded that plan due to backlash from the community. The school board met this week and got an earful from parents who are still upset. KYW Newsradio’s Nina …

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The Week in Philly: Former UArts students settle into a new home at Temple 5:32

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When the University of the Arts suddenly closed its doors in June, Temple University was among several Philly-area schools that were quick to open their arms to the displaced students. KYW Newsradio’s Nigel Thompson went to Temple’s move-in day to find out how former UArts students are adjusting. Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio e…

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The Week in Philly: What’s ahead for the Philadelphia School District this year 6:51

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It’s back-to-school time again! As Philadelphia schools prepared for their first day, KYW’s education reporter Mike DeNardo sat down with Superintendent Tony Watlington to find out what his priorities are for the year. Mike joins Matt Leon to tell us what’s changing and hopefully improving for students, teachers, and parents. Listen to The Week In …

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The Week in Philly: Democrats show unity at the 2024 DNC 6:18

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It’s been a wild month for the Democratic presidential campaign, but with Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz locked in, the delegates were ready to celebrate at the Democratic National Convention. KYW Newsradio’s Pat Loeb was there, and she tells us about the big moments, Pennsylvania’s notable representation, and the limi…

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Man charged in connection with fire that burned through 5 Kensington row homes, killing 1 0:54

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Police have charged a man with starting the fatal fire that broke out on a Kensington block early Friday morning. It killed one woman and displaced more than a dozen people. (Photo credit: Tim Jimenez/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Freshwater mussels are making a comeback in the Delaware River 1:02

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KYW’s John McDevitt put on his wader boots Friday and joined a group conducting a mussel survey in the Delaware River. (Photo credit: John McDevitt/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Bristol man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting children, recording it and sharing the images and videos 1:00

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Investigators say when they served a warrant for 29-year-old Brian Harris in November, they found more than 500 images and video files of children in his possession, including many of two boys and a girl ranging in age from 2 to 12 years old. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports. (Photo credit: Bucks County District Attorney's Office)…

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Aramark workers rally outside Citizens Bank Park before night 2 of Springsteen concert 1:05

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As thousands flocked to Citizens Bank Park Friday for the second night of Bruce Springsteen, stadium workers still negotiating with Aramark rallied for their support. KYW's Nigel Thompson was there. (Photo credit: Nigel Thompson/KYW Newsradio)By Audacy

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Teen who robbed, fatally shot young father on BSL in 2022 sentenced to 17-34 years 1:27

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The room was filled with sobs and sniffles as the mother of Rasheed Born turned to the family of Semaj Cherry, giving a tearful and heartfelt apology for what her then 16-year-old son did on Nov. 7, 2022 — robbed and shot 21-year-old Cherry 11 times as he rode on the Broad Street Line, near the Fairmount stop, to get a second job to help his family…

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NJ attorney general issues new police guidelines for barricade situations 1:08

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New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin says if there’s no immediate need to intervene when first responders arrive at a barricade situation, officers should wait until a mental health professional arrives to make contact with the person. More on this from KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty. (Photo credit: Getty Images)…

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The Week in Philly Bonus: On the ground at the Democratic National Convention 12:02

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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. Li…

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Driver charged in New Castle crash that killed mother, 10-year-old daughter 1:01

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Murder charges have been filed against a driver whose speeding car crashed into a minivan in Delaware, killing a mother and her 10-year-old daughter. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports. (Photo credit: Delaware State Police)By Audacy

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