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Billy Penn

‘We hope to build a vigorous publishing house that engages with its time through the works of its time’

Billy Penn’s series of Q&As with Philly’s independent publishers continues. This time: Daniel Akst of Tivoli Books.

2 weeks ago

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Community

African American Museum in Philadelphia celebrates Juneteenth with block party

The Museum brought Philadelphians together in celebration of the holiday’s 160th anniversary.

2 weeks ago

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Community

Philly’s National Constitution Center celebrates Juneteenth with programs celebrating freedom fighters

The museum’s special programming targeted visitors who may not have known about America’s second independence day and the people behind it.

2 weeks ago

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Weather

Philly will be hit by a high heat and humidity wave. Here’s what to expect and how to stay safe

The heat index will soar above 100 degrees early next week. Older adults, people with heart issues and those without A/C are at highest risk.

2 weeks ago

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Community
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Philly’s African Restaurant Week returns with delicious deals and a range of bold flavors

Starting today, Black and African-owned restaurants are hosting events and offering discounts, all leading up to a special celebration at LOVE Park.

2 weeks ago

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Lifestyle

Imani Perry, The Roots’ Black Thought, Yacht Rock with Kenan Salazar

National Book Award winner Imani Perry talks about "Black in Blues" and Black Thought, lead emcee of the legendary Philly band The Roots, discusses his early life and music.

Air Date: June 19, 2025 12:00 pm

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Philadelphia’s largest cancer centers unite to reduce disparities in prevention and treatment outcomes

The Philadelphia Conquering Cancer Coalition aims to remove barriers and improve communication and collaboration between various health centers and community organizations.

2 weeks ago

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Things To Do
Community

Juneteenth celebrations, the Manyanuk art festival, ‘Kidchella’ and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

June 18 - June 22: Clifford Brown Jazz Fest in Del., Fishtown Beer Fest in Philly and Food Truck & Music Fest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

2 weeks ago

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Education

Philly schools, nonprofit and Penn partner to provide career, college pathways to students in underserved communities

The Academy at Penn program aims to provide career and college support for students from two Philadelphia high schools over the next four years.

2 weeks ago

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Community

WHYY’s Bridging Blocks tackles ableism and accessibility in latest community conversation

During the community conversation, the group talked about people in power and those meant to help them didn't listen to their needs.

2 weeks ago

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Community
Billy Penn

Philly’s Chinese Lantern Festival is back this weekend! Here’s what to expect

2 weeks ago

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Education

Philadelphia teachers have voted to authorize a strike. Here’s what to know

The strike authorization is the union’s first in more than two decades, with an August contract expiration looming.

2 weeks ago

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Community
Billy Penn

We taste-tested this year’s Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly: Crunch Off’ chips. Here’s what we thought

Like the past three years, we had folks in WHYY’s office pick their favorite chip flavor. We haven’t failed to predict the overall winner yet.

2 weeks ago

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Health

‘We have not backed off’: Philadelphia-area funders are trying to trying to rescue medical research amid Trump funding cuts

The Trump administration cut millions of dollars in research funding. Private funders in the area are stepping in, but say they cannot completely fill the gap.

2 weeks ago

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Community

Philadelphia residents are more understanding about substance abuse issues in the city, according to new Pew poll

More than 50% of Philly residents have family or friends struggling with substance abuse. One in three know someone who died from overdose.

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