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- 2 days ago33 min
More missing women tied to Olney house investigation | The Week in Philly
In an ongoing investigation of more than a million disturbing images and videos found in a home on Chew Avenue in Olney, police announced that three more women were seen unconscious in the videos and are presumed to be dead. KYW’s Crime and Justice Reporter Kristen Johanson gives us the latest on that case, plus more bad news for District Attorney Larry Krasner, who has been referred to federal authorities for criminal investigation. We also check in on City Council, mail-in voting, and why people always complain about Philadelphia International Airport, on our weekly news recap with KYW’s reporting team.00:00 Rundown02:00 More missing women seen unconscious on videos from Olney house07:55 Judge says DA Krasner “may have violated the law”13:00 City Council evacuated during first session back from break19:35 PA Secretary of State Al Schmidt reassures voters of election security ahead of midterms20:05 Jalen Hurts gives $600,000 to fix air conditioning in a Northeast Philly school30:15 PHL ranks last among large airports in customer satisfaction - againListen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am, 3pm, and 9pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.
- 4 days ago12 min
The role of AI in Philly public school classrooms | After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.
New York City has banned AI in public schools. Los Angeles, too. Dr. Tony Watlington Sr., however, has no plans to go that far. KYW Newsradio Education Reporter Mike DeNardo sits down with Watlington to discuss why the School District of Philadelphia's superintendent believes students should be exposed to both AI’s potential benefits and pitfalls. 00:00 Philosophies on the role of AI in classrooms 04:55 Rolling out the school district’s new parent influencers program 09:18 Updates on facilities transition process committees Have a question for Dr. Watlington? Email us at afterschool@kywnewsradio.com and listen for a response on future episodes of "After School!”
- 1 weeks ago33 min
Chaos at City Hall, reflecting on 9-11, and the new sports stadium plans | The Week in Philly
Police have responded to multiple nights of disorderly conduct from large groups of teens outside City Hall. Temple University gave up a $55 million gift. And, on the 25th anniversary of the 9-11 attacks, a Bucks County therapist who lost her husband published a memoir on grief. Matt Leon breaks down those and more of the week’s biggest headlines with KYW Newsradio’s team of reporters. 00:00 Rundown 02:00 Teens arrested for disorderly conduct outside City Hall 07:10 Temple gives back its largest financial gift ever as donor’s company is under investigation 12:01 Protesters rally to save the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum 16:31 Processing grief 25 years after 9-11 24:52 First look at the new Sixers and Flyers stadium 29:57 Goatoberfest is coming! (yes, as in goats) Listen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am, 3pm, and 9pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.
- 1 weeks ago8 min
Dealing with delays in PSSA results | After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.
School is back in session, and Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. already has some key items on his to-do list. One of the most important? Adapting the School District of Philadelphia’s application process for criteria-based schools to account for delays in PSSA results. KYW Newsradio Education Reporter Mike DeNardo talks to the superintendent about the importance of PSSA data, concerns about the district’s English Language Arts curriculum, and the latest on the year-round schooling pilot programs. 00:00 Addressing delays in PSSA results, and how they’ll affect application submissions to criteria-based schools 01:47 Teacher feedback on English Language Arts curriculum 04:16 What’s the latest on the district’s year-round pilot program? Have a question for Dr. Watlington? Email us at afterschool@kywnewsradio.com and listen for a response on future episodes of "After School!”
- 2 weeks ago34 min
Trump grants Johnny Doc freedom, Eagles preview, Coltrane 100 | The Week in Philly
The news broke late in the week, and it was big: President Trump, after earlier in the year denying convicted union leader John Dougherty an early release from federal prison, reversed course. City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb, who has covered the case against Dougherty from the start, explains what happens from the prison where Dougherty was released on Friday. We also take a look at how community members can get involved in the transition process for 17 Philadelphia public school buildings set to close later this year. Plus, we hear how a local Nepali restauranteur is raising relief funds for his home country in the wake of catastrophic flooding. Check out these stories and more, as Matt Leon touches base with KYW Newsradio’s team of reporters. 00:00 Rundown 02:00 Trump commutes Johnny Doc’s prison sentence 07:30 How to apply to school transition committees 13:45 Restaurant owner raises funds for native Nepal after flooding disaster 18:05 Teaching 9/11 to younger generations born after the attacks 24:12 Are you ready for the 2026 Eagles season? 30:00 Philly’s plans to celebrate John Coltrane’s 100th birthday Listen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am, 3pm, and 9pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.
- 3 weeks ago33 min
PA's first measles deaths in 35 years, and Medicaid changes could leave 100k Philadelphians without coverage
Changes to Medicaid that take effect in phases starting October 1 could cause more than 100,000 Philadelphians to lose health care coverage. KYW’s City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb explains what the city is doing to help. Two people have died of measles in Lancaster County - the first measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania in 35 years, and the first in the country this year. Matt Coughlin tells us what officials are saying about the deaths, vaccines, and the spread of a once eliminated disease. Plus, PA, NJ, and DE are among several states taking on big social media companies to fight for child safety protections. Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert explains some big changes from a settlement with Meta and what’s behind new lawsuits against Snapchat and TikTok. 00:00 Rundown 02:00 100,000 Philadelphians could lose Medicaid access 07:40 Two people die of measles in Lancaster County 12:42 PSSA scores delayed as school year kicks off; SEPTA riders frustrated over new bus routes 18:42 States win major changes from Meta for child safety 24:55 Temple football head coach optimistic with 60 new players this season 30:24 Pop-up museum examines Philadelphians’ reputation, and the truth underneath Listen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am, 3pm, and 9pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.
- Aug 22, 202634 min
Shapiro’s data center flip, Philly’s new managing director, teachers ready for school | The Week in Philly
One of the few rallying cries that people from all walks of life can seemingly get behind these days? Opposition to data center development, especially in the suburbs. Concerned communities throughout the Delaware Valley have come out in full (throated) force to battle these projects, prompting Governor Shapiro, in a significant flip, to lend his support via a new executive order. Plus, we get the lowdown on the person named to fill a key position in Mayor Parker’s administration. And find out more about Philadelphia public school teacher preparations for the 2026-27 academic year, and details on two exciting sporting events coming to the city in the next two weeks. 00:00 Rundown 02:00 Shapiro takes on data centers via executive order 07:55 Brace yourself - the Market Street Bridge closure is about to ruin your commute (for real this time) 13:22 Philly public school teachers look to new year with optimism 18:13 New managing director begins work in the Parker administration, city emerges as DNC finalist 24:35 Villanova marks major expansion, re-opens satellite Cabrini campus 29:30 WTA tournament, Cycling Classic cap big sports summer Listen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am, 3pm, and 9pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.
- Aug 15, 202633 min
Missing women named in Olney “death investigation”, plus reaction to the 76ers schedule | The Week in Philly
Two missing women at the center of a “death investigation” were identified this week. The ongoing investigation was sparked by videos and images of “dark and disturbing” scenes found at a home owned by Eugene Horsch in Olney. KYW’s Crime and Justice Reporter Kristen Johanson fills us in. Plus, Cheltenham parents tear into the school board over locker room hazing, and City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb tags along with a team cleaning up homeless encampments in Center City and helping people find shelter. 00:00 Rundown 02:00 Police identify missing women linked to “death investigation” in Olney 09:02 Cheltenham parents demand action after locker room assault 13:37 How the city is cleaning up encampments and getting unhoused people into shelters 20:18 Affordable housing at risk, and a call for poll workers 26:16 New Jersey cashes in on PFAS settlement, passes laws to protect kids online 30:30 76ers schedule revealed, starting with “revenge game” against the Knicks Listen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.
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