• The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio

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The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio

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  • Host Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio reporters recap the biggest news in Philadelphia each week. Catch up on what you missed and dig deeper into the top stories.
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  • The latest on SEPTA union contract talks, 76ers arena proposal reaches Council, looking out for holiday scammers

    The latest on SEPTA union contract talks, 76ers arena proposal reaches Council, looking out for holiday scammers
    Nov 16 2024
    Public transportation commuters throughout the Philadelphia area have been in a state of limbo for the past week, as SEPTA and its thousands of bus, train, and trolley operators continue contract talks. Why is SEPTA “hopeful” a resolution can be reached without a strike? What should riders do if the mass transit company’s multiple unions follow through on their threat of a coordinated walkout? Matt Leon and KYW’s reporters give us the rundown of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including a recap of City Council hearings about the 76ers’ proposed East Market Street arena, information about holiday scams, and the ripple effects that historic wildfires are having on South Jersey. 00:00 Intro 02:00 Latest on SEPTA union contract talks 06:41 Just how much support is there for 76ers’ new arena in City Council? 12:47 Election unknowns linger in PA 18:38 ‘Tis the season to be scamming 25:04 New Jersey wildfires put residents on alert 30:05 Christmas tree season in a drought Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Pennsylvania flips red, election night implications for Philly, and an ugly Sixers season

    Pennsylvania flips red, election night implications for Philly, and an ugly Sixers season
    Nov 9 2024
    Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election was decisive, and Pennsylvania is a big reason why. Not only did Trump win the commonwealth himself, he funneled strong Republican turnout to key down-ballot races as well. Why did PA flip red, after voters elected a Democratic governor and U.S. Senator just two years ago? What could a second Trump presidency mean for Philadelphia and the support it receives from the federal government? Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters give us the rundown of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including details about an altercation between 76ers superstar Joel Embiid and a local reporter. 00:00 Intro 02:01 How Trump’s second presidency could impact Philly 08:31 Trump’s success sparks red surge in PA 14:48 What Harris’ defeat means for Shapiro 20:09 New Jersey, Delaware election winners make history 25:05 South Jersey hosts veterans art exhibit 28:05 Embiid incident latest mishap in Sixers’ shaky start Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Last days before the election, navigating politics with your family, and a record drought

    Last days before the election, navigating politics with your family, and a record drought
    Nov 2 2024
    The countdown is on: election day is only a few days away, and Pennsylvania could make or break the results. We talk with a political analyst about the state of the presidential and local campaigns in the commonwealth, and we hear local reactions to a joke made at a Trump rally that has enraged many Puerto Ricans. Plus, SEPTA’s CEO steps down amid union contract negotiations, and a record-breaking dry spell is impacting our trees. Matt Leon and KYW’s reporters give us the rundown of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:01 Parsing through PA poll numbers ahead of election 08:02 Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican community reacts to Trump rally 12:58 When politics impacts personal relationships 18:39 A tense time for SEPTA 24:00 93-year old SS United States passenger upset with plans for vessel 29:03 Record drought is hurting our trees Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins

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