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Fresh Air opens the window on contemporary arts and issues with guests from worlds as diverse as literature and economics. Fresh Air Weekend collects the best segments from the week's programs and crafts them together for great weekend listening.

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Icebox Project Space sign at the Crane Arts studios
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

Black Visioning Group celebrates 4th anniversary with art, performances

The collective, which supports Philly’s Black queer and trans communities, is holding an event this weekend.

1 week ago

Protesters sitting on the floor and locking arms
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

After protesters removed from chambers, Philly Council votes 12-5 to approve Sixers’ arena proposal

The controversial development is now on track to open in Center City in 2031.

1 week ago

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Mayor Cherelle Parker (Emma Lee/WHYY); the Save Chinatown Coalition (Emily Neil/WHYY); Sen. Andy Kim (AP Photo/Seth Wenig); SEPTA Regional Rail train (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Studio 2
Lifestyle

Philly’s biggest and weirdest stories of 2024

From standout political and cultural moments, to off-the-wall antics that could only happen in Philly, we’re talking about the top local news stories of the year.

Air Date: December 19, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 52:43
Sixers arena opponents chant as City Council weighs whether to approve a preliminary bill that would allow a new arena to be built on Market Street.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

With $60M community benefits agreement, Philly City Council gives initial approval for Sixers arena by a 12-4 vote

The full City Council body is expected to take a second and final vote on the bills on Dec. 19.

2 weeks ago

Left to right: Rosalind Pichardo, Kellen Matthews-Thompson, and Eli Kulp/
Studio 2
Health

Philly strong: Life lessons from the City of Brotherly Love

We put a spotlight on a few of the people in the Philadelphia area who have found a way to thrive against the odds. We also hear from listeners about finding inner peace.

Air Date: November 21, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 51:17
Dawn Hines speaks into a microphone
Community

‘Do not take it lightly’: Lawnside residents meet, discuss response to racist graffiti incident

Lawnside residents shared their concerns and discussed how they can respond to protect members of the historic Black borough from racist attacks.

1 month ago

Listen 1:06
Hundreds of organizations and individuals marched through West Philadelphia as part of the 24th annual Peoplehood Parade on Nov. 9, 2024. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Community

‘This is a moment to dream’: 24th annual Peoplehood Parade marches through West Philly

“Bringing people together through arts and cultural practices is as old as humanity,” organizer Jennifer Turnbull said.

2 months ago

Worker processes mail-in ballots
Politics & Policy

Judge orders Bucks County to extend mail ballot deadline following Trump legal challenge

Bucks County voters can now request mail ballots and access on-demand mail voting at the county’s three voter services offices until close of business Friday.

2 months ago

Listen 1:17
Brian Munroe and Dan McPhillips, side-by-side photos
Politics & Policy

Bucks County state rep slams Pennsylvania GOP for ‘outright lies’ about his military service

An attorney representing Munroe has sent Dan McPhillips and the Republican Party of Pennsylvania letters requesting retraction of all relevant ads.

2 months ago

Listen 0:54
Brian Munroe and Dan McPhillips, side-by-side photos
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: What voters need to know about Pa. state Rep. Brian Munroe and Republican challenger Dan McPhillips

Dan McPhillips is challenging Democratic incumbent state Rep. Brian Munroe in a face-off that could determine which party controls the state House.

2 months ago

The former site of the PES Refinery
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

The PES refinery redeveloper signed a ‘community benefits commitment’ with 16 groups. Here’s what’s inside

The company has agreed to create a nonprofit to distribute at least $100,000 a year for community initiatives.

2 months ago

Listen 1:20
Philadelphia Eagles safety Rodney McLeod (23) celebrates with fans after making an interception against Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) in the final minute the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md. Philadelphia won 20-16. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Community

Former Eagles star expands ‘Next Man Up’ mentorship program to second Philly school

From classrooms to communities: Rodney McLeod's mentorship program inspires growth and success in Philadelphia’s youth.

3 months ago

Listen 1:04
Rev. Robin Hynicka
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly faith leaders criticize arena agreement with Sixers

Members of POWER Interfaith raised a number of concerns with the deal that would keep the Sixers in the city until 2061.

3 months ago

Listen 1:05
far shot of a headboard on curb
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly will now pick up your old fridge at the curb. But you may have to wait

City sanitation crews have already collected tons worth of household items too big to put in the regular trash.

3 months ago

Listen 1:17
Signs read
Community

Chinatown residents speak of how arena plans can and have affected the Philly neighborhood

Vivian Chang works on a street where Phillies stadium plans crumbled in the 2000s. Debbie Law's family moved its store when rent tripled after the 76ers' plans were announced.

3 months ago

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