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Stability not stopgaps: Pa. lawmakers celebrate education budget increases
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (838+ words) Each week, Tiny Desk Radio hosts Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre present three Tiny Desk concerts and share how these memorable (and sometimes viral) moments came together. You'll hear world-class musicians from the worlds of pop, jazz, classical, Americana, hip-hop,…...
The Dark Side of Perfectionism: Why High Standards Can Hurt Your Health
3+ week, 1+ day ago (175+ words) Music Documentarian Paul Ingles hosts a weekly mix of music from his multi-genre personal collection of Rock, folk, blues, Americana, classic soul, R+B, and jazz standards. A look at what causes perfectionism, how it affects our lives and health,…...
The original meaning of "pursuit of happiness" has been put to music
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (1102+ words) Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports " from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives…...
Why Gen Z in New Jersey is adopting more cats than dogs
9+ mon, 11+ hour ago (1019+ words) While felines flourish, large dogs are facing longer stays and rising surrender rates. Cat adoptions are on the rise in the Garden State. The outlook is considerably worse for shelter dogs. (The Humane Society of Atlantic County/Facebook) Fueled by…...
Philadelphia officials, TSA union leaders want ICE out of PHL airport
3+ week, 3+ day ago (865+ words) City Council will soon consider legislation that would further regulate ICE's activities in Philadelphia, though Mayor Parker remains tight-lipped on the issue. ICE agents at Philadelphia Airport on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (Emily Neil/WHYY) They held a news conference outside Philadelphia…...
PECO withdraws rate hike proposal under pressure from Gov. Shapiro
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (679+ words) PECO made record profits in 2025 after a recent rate hike. Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro had called the new proposal "pure greed." In 2025, almost $35 of every $200 spent by PECO customers went straight to the utility's profits. (Emma Lee/WHYY) Under pressure…...
New Jersey bans some products with toxic PFAS. Here's what to know
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (998+ words) People can be exposed to the so-called "forever" chemicals from household products like carpets and cosmetics. Toxic PFAS chemicals have tainted water, air and soil in the U. S. for decades. The so-called "forever" chemicals don't break down naturally in the environment…...
Cheltenham to begin interviews soon for next police chief
2+ week, 3+ day ago (656+ words) Weekend Edition Saturday, hosted by NPR's Peabody Award-winning Scott Simon, wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories. The Cheltenham Township…...
Rabb tops fundraising in Pennsylvania primary, but Stanford leads in cash
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (536+ words) State Rep. Chris Rabb nearly doubled his rivals in first-quarter fundraising, but Dr. Ala Stanford enters April with the most cash on hand. File: Pa. House Rep. Chris Rabb spoke at the We Are All Bound Up Together mural event…...
Hellbender Vinyl expands record-printing operations to North Philly
6+ day, 10+ hour ago (762+ words) Weekend Edition Saturday, hosted by NPR's Peabody Award-winning Scott Simon, wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories. The Pittsburgh-based pressing…...