Best John Gunter Podcasts (2024)

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‘These guys can play’: Phillies to take on Mets in NLDS Game 1 1:25

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You can feel the energy in the air this morning as Red October gets underway.KYW’s Conner Barkon has more from Citizens Bank Park.(photo credit: Conner Barkon)

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Woman who nearly killed Jhayden Gunter outside North Philly convenience store gets 10 to 20 years 1:32

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Authorities say in July 2022, Keyshylne Patterson got into an argument with Jhayden Gunter’s boyfriend inside a store then came outside and fired several times at the car Gunter was in before coming around to the side of the car and shooting Gunter once more as she lay motionless.KYWs Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson was at a sentencing …

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Uber driver arrested, charged in connection with rape of Villanova student 1:16

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A criminal complaint obtained by KYW alleges the rape happened on Sept. 13, a night when the 21-year-old victim planned to go to a club in Philadelphia to celebrate her friend’s birthday.KYW’s Nigel Thompson has the details.(Photo credit: Getty Images)

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Philly police to revamp block party application review process 1:23

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Philadelphia police say they’re revamping the block party application review process and hope to have new standards in place by next summer. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports police officials were called to a city council hearing last week to explain why so many permit requests get rejected.(Photo credit: Pat Loeb/KYW Newsradio)…

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'A leader in what independent music can mean in a city': World Cafe Live celebrates 20 years 1:15

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One of Philadelphia’s most storied independent music venues turns 20 this year. World Cafe Live threw a massive party on Friday to showcase two decades of great music, great times, and its impact on its community.KYW’s Nigel Thompson was there.(Photo credit: Nigel Thompson)

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Teen critical after SEPTA bus shooting 1:21

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A teenager is in critical condition after being shot multiple times aboard a SEPTA bus in Fairhill. Police also made an arrest after a car chase led officers to a nearby corner in North Philadelphia.KYW’s Nigel Thompson has the details.(Photo credit: NBC10)

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The Week in Philly: Get out the vote, but make it artsy 2:59

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LOVE Park is an iconic destination in the birthplace of liberty, making it a fitting spot for a temporary art installation encouraging people to get out the vote. KYW Newsradio’s Shara Dae Howard scoped out the exhibit, and spoke to a few contributors about the inspiration for their art. Listen to The Week In Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday …

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The Week in Philly: Breast Cancer Awareness Month survivor stories 8:04

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For KYW’s Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is personal. She joins us to share her breast cancer story and talk about a special series she’s hosting on KYW’s radio show and podcast Bridging Philly, called “Stories from the Journey.”Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, a…

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The Week in Philly: “Fast & Furious” style car meetups cause chaos on city streets 5:47

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Recently, we’ve seen a string of car meets in the city, involving street racing, vandalism, fireworks, and firearms. Police officials testified at a City Council hearing on how they are working to stop these meetups, which have been planned on social media. KYW’s Crime and Justice Reporter Kristen Johanson explains what’s been happening and what th…

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The Week in Philly: Al Schmidt explains how PA vote counting works 12:06

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Nearly four years ago, Al Schmidt found himself in the crossfire of a tenuous moment for American democracy. With former President Donald Trump casting doubt over the validity of the 2020 presidential election results, Schmidt, then City Commissioner of Philadelphia and, like Trump, a member of the Republican Party, was responsible for upholding th…

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The Week in Philly: Bala Cynwyd woman shares connection to October 7th hostages 6:19

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A suburban Philadelphia woman is doing everything she can to not lose hope, but admits the longer her family friends - taken hostage during the October 7th, 2023 Hamas terrorist attack - remain unheard from, the harder it gets. Noga Senderowitsch shares her story with KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt, while reflecting on a painful year. Listen to The …

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Sunday, DePasquale tackle reproductive rights, violent crimes, and free and fair elections in first AG debate 1:18

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Election Day is about one month away. In addition to president and U.S. senator, voters in Pennsylvania will also select a new attorney general. The two major-party candidates took part in their first televised debate Thursday night. Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert has a recap. (Photo credit Candidate Campaigns)…

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Parker kicks off LGBTQ+ History Month at City Hall 1:13

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Mayor Cherelle Parker signed two executive orders Friday, renaming the Office of LGBT Affairs and the Commission on LGBT Affairs. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb was there. (Photo credit: Pat Loeb)

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ManUpPHL awarded $100K grant 1:23

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Everytown Community Safety Fund will be investing more than $2 million in 20 gun violence intervention organizations across the country. One of the organizations is ManUpPHL. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more.(Photo credit: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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Amtrak to introduce state-of-the-art trains to the region by 2026 1:13

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A groundbreaking ceremony for a new maintenance facility to support the system took place at Amtrak’s Penn Coach Rail Yard near 30th Street Station Friday. KYW's John McDevitt was there.Photo credit: John McDevitt/KYW Newsradio

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Aramark workers continue demonstrating at CBP despite strike ending 1:14

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Aramark and their unionized food service workers, Unite Here Local 274 confirm the four-day strike ended, but union members say they’re still demonstrating as part of an ongoing campaign to get family-sustaining wage increases. KYW’s Sunny Morgan spoke to workers who say they want fans to boycott merchandise sold on-site.(photo credit: Sunny Morgan…

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network files suit against Environmental Protection Agency 1:18

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The Delaware Riverkeeper Network is taking the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to court for failing to meet its own deadline to protect Atlantic Sturgeon and other wildlife along the Delaware River.KYW’s Matt Coughlin has more.(Photo credit: Getty Images)

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Virtua Health discontinues universal drug testing policy for pregnant women 1:04

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Virtua Health has ended the controversial practice of drug testing every pregnant woman, sometimes without consent, as they arrive for labor and delivery.The update from KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty.(Photo: SerrNovik/Getty Images)

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Off-duty police officer involved in Northeast Philadelphia shooting that killed 54-year-old man 0:58

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Police have released new details as they investigate a deadly shooting Thursday night involving an off-duty officer in Northeast Philadelphia. KYW's crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson has more. (Photo credit: NBC10)

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Medical Report: Technology may be making access to health care more difficult for elderly 0:47

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According to a report in the American Family Physician journal, older adults are more likely to be health conscious and proactive in their care than older adults in the past. KYW Medical Editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.

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Red October underway at CBP 1:52

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The Phillies take on the Mets Saturday at 4:08 p.m. KYW's Dave Uram has a preview of Game 1 of the NLDS(Photo credit: Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

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Dockworkers return to work as union suspends strike until Jan. 15 1:20

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Tens of thousands of dock workers are leaving the picket line and returning to work while a deal is finalized.KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon joins us from the port of Philadelphia with more.

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Casey and McCormick clash over immigration, economy and leadership in first of two Pennsylvania U.S. Senate debates 2:32

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Democratic US Senator Bob Casey and his Republican rival, businessman Dave McCormick go head-to-head in their first debate in one of the more pivotal races in the narrowly divided Senate. It took place in Harrisburg tonight - and we carried their hour long exchanges live.KYW's Nigel Thompson following what they had to say in that Harrisburg debate …

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Philadelphia man in custody, accused of breaking into Mayfair home and assaulting little girl in the middle of the night 0:56

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Philadelphia authorities have arrested and charged a man they say broke into a Mayfair neighborhood home last month and sexually assaulted a sleeping child. Here’s KYWs Crime and Justice reporter Kristen Johanson.Image credit: Getty Images

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Salvation Army Kroc Center celebrates 10 transformational years in Camden 1:16

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10 years ago the Salvation Army Kroc center in Camden opened its doors to the community. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more on its big anniversary celebration kickoff.Image credit: Racquel Williams/KYW Newsradio

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In annual report, Delaware County Health Department highlights significant public health strides 1:04

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The Delaware County health department looks back and forward as they release their 2024 annual report.Image credit: Getty Images

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Don't stock up on toilet paper. Panic-buying during port strikes is counterproductive, says supply chain expert 1:18

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The dockworkers strike now is in its third day. It's shut down ports along the eastern seaboard and the Gulf, including here in Philadelphia. Stores in the city suburbs are reporting a sharp uptick in toilet paper and paper towel sales, suggesting that some people are panic buying in response to the port strike. As KYW Newsradio's Pat Loeb reports,…

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Pa. State Police, PennDOT team up to enforce safe driving in work zones 1:14

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The Pennsylvania State Police are working with PennDOT to bring back a program aimed at getting people to slow down and drive safely through work zones. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.Image credit: Getty Images

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SEPTA adding extra service this weekend for Phillies games, Billie Eilish concert 0:42

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Traffic near the sports complex is expected to be congested this weekend with a pair of Phillies playoff games and a Billie Eilish concert. SEPTA is helping ease the commute for fans by offering extra service on the Broad Street Line. On Saturday and Sunday, SEPTA is supplementing regular service to NRG Station in South Philly with six express trai…

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FAA takes heat for not giving Boeing safety issues higher priority 2:52

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Boeing has been the focus of congressional probes on aviation safety, as the company has come under fire for its lack of oversight and quality control. But now the Federal Aviation Administration is catching heat for its role in Boeing's safety breakdowns. Joining us from Minneapolis is CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg with "Eye on Travel."(P…

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Temple University suspends pro-Palestinian student group after protest leads to 4 students arrested 0:55

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Temple University has suspended a pro-Palestinian student group over a protest that led to four students being arrested. The group Students for Justice in Palestine were protesting vendors at a career fair hosted by the Temple on September 26. Temple Police arrested four of them for disorderly conduct. Two of the women arrested accuse the cops of b…

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Trump team says latest election subversion case filing is political and meant to benefit the Harris campaign 3:24

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In a new court filing, federal prosecutors say former president Donald Trump "resorted to crimes" as he tried to overturn the 2020 election results. ABC News National Correspondent Steven Portnoy has the details on this latest development in the January 6th case.Image credit: Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images…

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Family of Voorhees shooting victim sues New York City, Mayor Adams and NYPD officers, including alleged gunman 1:11

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The family of a Camden County man allegedly shot by an off duty New York City cop in May is suing the department, the city and others. More on this from KYW Newsradio South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty.(Photo: nirat/Getty Images)

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Casey, McCormick to meet for first debate Thursday in pivotal Pennsylvania US Senate race 1:33

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The two candidates in one of the tightest races for US Senate will be on a debate stage Thursday night in Harrisburg. Democratic incumbent Bob Casey is leading in the polls, but Republican challenger Dave McCormick is in striking distance. KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert takes a look at the race.(Photo: Mark Makela, Anna Moneymaker/…

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Car crash in Center City injures 4 people, including police officer 0:55

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A Philadelphia police officer is in the hospital with a head injury after a major car crash Thursday morning in Center City. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon has more from outside Jefferson University Hospital.

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Deadly robbery attempt ends in SEPTA bus crash as robbers try to flee 1:01

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Two people robbed and killed a man inside a West Philly corner store last night, then crashed into a Septa bus when they tried to get away. It happened around 10 last night near 40th and Brown Streets. The victim, a 36-year-old man, was playing a video machine inside the store.The victim pulled out his own gun. He was killed in an exchange of gunfi…

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Latest election subversion case filing says Trump acted as private individual, clinging to power by any means 1:26

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The federal judge presiding over former President Donald Trump’s election subversion case unsealed a massive brief from Special Counsel Jack Smith that is the best glimpse so far of the case mounting against Trump.CBS Legal Commentator Laurie Levenson said that after the Supreme Court ruled Trump was immune from prosecution for official acts he too…

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Community forum in Philadelphia will highlight urgent need to address the impact of gun violence on kids' mental health 1:18

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Guns, children and mental health. These topics will be addressed at an upcoming community forum at Child Guidance Resource Centers. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more.Image credit: Getty Images

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Police look for suspect they say stole $800 in Center City from woman in wheelchair 0:38

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Philadelphia Police are looking for a woman they say stole hundreds of dollars from another woman in a wheelchair in Center City. KYW Newsradio's Nigel Thompson says investigators are hoping the public can help identify the suspect.(Photo: Philadelphia Police Department)

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Philadelphia's Red Cross team sends fleet maintenance guru with emergency vehicle to aid Helene victims in North Carolina 1:14

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Many residents in the hardest-hit areas of North Carolina still lack running water, food and electricity in the aftermath of Helene. The Philadelphia chapter of the American Red Cross is lending its support. KYW’s John McDevitt was at the organizations Center City headquarters when an emergency response vehicle headed south. Image credit: John McDe…

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Philadelphians' health improved in 2023, but large ethnic and racial disparities remain 1:12

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Philadelphians’ health and mortality rate have vastly improved since the pandemic, according to statistics released by the Health Department, today. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.Image credit: Philadelphia Department of Public Health

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Resolution to create separate playoffs for Pa. public and private schools passes in state House committee 1:08

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A resolution urging the P-I-double-A to consider separate playoffs for public schools and private-and-charter-schools has taken a key step in the state legislature. KYW Newsradio Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports. (Photo: WoodysPhotos/Getty Images)

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A Florida county wants to buy the rusting S.S. United States docked in South Philly 0:34

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There could finally be a deal in place to move the rusting SS United States from a pier in South Philly to Florida.A Florida county wants to buy the ship for more than $10-million-dollars and turn it into the world’s largest artificial reef. Officials in Okaloosa County, Florida approved the contract yesterday. It's contingent upon the resolution o…

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South Jersey synagogues and community centers on high alert as High Holy Days and Oct. 7 approach 1:16

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Synagogues in the region are on high alert for any potential attacks as the Jewish high holiday of Rosh Hashanah begins tonight. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty spoke with a security director about their plans.

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Group of Philly students return home from NC camping trip after Hurricane Helene stranded them in mountains for days 1:16

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A group of Philly students finally returned home after Hurricane Helene left them stranded in the North Carolina mountains for days during a school-led camping trip. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon spoke with a family after they were reunited.

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Medical Report: More reasons to limit screen time for young children 0:52

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The American Academy of Pediatrics firmly recommends that screen time should be dramatically limited in children under 2. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.

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Ex-frat leaders sentenced for roles in Penn State hazing death of Timothy Piazza 2:01

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Two former Penn State students will face prison time for their roles in a 2017 fraternity hazing incident that led to the death of 19-year-old Timothy Piazza. Brendan Young, 28, and Daniel Casey, 27, have been sentenced to two to four months behind bars after pleading guilty to more than a dozen counts of hazing. In 2017, Young and Casey oversaw an…

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Man found wandering near the El with gunshot wound to stomach, police say 1:12

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A man is in critical condition after he was found wandering in the street with a gunshot wound in Frankford. KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon reports.

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Why are the Eagles missing so many tackles? 5:29

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In today's KYW Newsradio Minute with Merrill, KYW's Dave Uram and the Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese break down highlights from the coordinators' press conferences in the middle of the Eagles bye week. Dave also asks for Merrill's latest concern level regarding the 2-2 Birds.(Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)…

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Collingdale community ‘blindsided’ by council’s new police chief hire 1:20

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The Collingdale Borough Council in Delaware County caused an uproar Tuesday night when it appointed a police chief who some council members — including the mayor — were unfamiliar with. They made the surprise appointment after removing a controversial candidate from consideration. KYW Newsradio’s Vik Raghupathi was there.…

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