The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio

Parker vs. Uber, ICE hearings, and a fun Flyers playoff run

April 18, 2026·34 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Cue the boxing bell! It’s round 1 between Mayor Parker and Uber, as the two sides duke it out over the administration’s proposed rideshare tax to help fund Philadelphia public schools. Also at City Hall this week, lawmakers moved forward with legislation aimed at limiting ICE’s power in Philly. And the Flyers are Stanley Cup playoffs-bound for the first time in six years (while the Sixers’ postseason prospects look somewhat…dim). Learn about these stories and more, as Matt Leon checks in with KYW Newsradio’s team of reporters to explain major developments from the past week that shaped the region.  00:00 Intro 02:08 Parker vs. Uber, Round 1 08:40 City Council poised to restrict ICE’s activities 13:45 “Rooted in racism”: Black Maternal Health Week continues to fight systemic obstacles 18:18 Nearly a year later, identity of Jane Doe hit-and-run survivor remains a mystery 24:27 Get ready for Flyers (and 76ers) playoff action! 30:13 Philly Pride Festival pivots from the Gayborhood to the Parkway Listen to The Week in Philly every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm on KYW Newsradio 103.9FM.

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