Best PA Budget Podcasts (2025)

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PA State Budget Deadline Looms on Lincoln Radio Journal 30:01

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(June 21, 2025 - June 27, 2025) This week on Lincoln Radio Journal: David Taylor from the Pennsylvania Manufacturers Association is joined by Rebecca Oyler from the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association and Stephen Bloom of the Commonwealth Foundation for a Capitol Watch roundtable discussion on the status of the Pennsylvania state budget; And Lowma…

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Pa. expected to miss budget deadline again this year 1:19

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While Pennsylvania Senate Republican Leader Joe Pittman says the state will once again miss the Constitutionally mandated June 30 budget deadline, Gov. Josh Shapiro says there are fewer sticking points this year. They’re continuing to try to find solutions.KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(photo credit: Getty Images)…

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Marathon negotiating session with DC 33, Parker admin ends with no agreement 0:35

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A war of words is being waged on social media between the union and Mayor Cherelle Parker.District Council 33 posted a message on facebook saying the city is unwilling to present a financial offer that meets our expectations.Mayor Parker then posted an Instagram video defending the city’s offer.KYW's City Hall (photo credit: John McDevitt/KYW Newsr…

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At 80 years old, this man’s love for Philly sports is stronger than ever 2:05

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Seventy-one years is a long time to be a Philadelphia sports fan. KYW's Dave Uram sat down with Jerry Bruderle, 80, of Chester County, to learn more about his fandom.(image courtesy of Karen Murray)

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Terry Bourgeois with Susan Rose at the Ride for Roswell 2:56

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Thousands hit the streets for Hispanic Heritage Festival 0:53

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Center City was buzzing Saturday during a Hispanic Heritage Festival as part of Welcome America celebrations. KYW’s Conner Barkon spoke with organizers in LOVE Park.(photo credit: Conner Barkon/KYW)

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Chesco house fire now a criminal investigation 0:36

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A fire investigation in Chester County is now a criminal investigation after authorities found an illegal marijuana growing operation in a house that caught fire Thursday evening.

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String of car break-ins reported across 2 South Jersey townships 0:50

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Police in South Jersey are investigating whether more than three dozen car robberies over the last two weeks in two South Jersey townships are connected. (photo credit: Getty Images)

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Here’s how these 6 NJ bills would address rising energy costs 1:15

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Lawmakers in Trenton introduced a package of bills on utility costs right in the middle of a heat wave this week. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty tells us about the various proposals.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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Committee of Seventy's How Philly Works guide now available in new languages 1:26

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Non-English speakers are getting help cracking the code of Philadelphia government and politics, with foreign language versions of guides by the watchdog group, Committee of Seventy.KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.(photo credit: Wasa Tita/Getty Images)

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2020: One of the most unusual campaigns in modern history 1:53

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The election of President Joe Biden at the height of the pandemic in 2020 was not just a national story.It was a local story, with the Scranton native making Delaware his lifelong home.And KYW was there every step of his campaign, as we hear from KYW’s Pat Loeb.(photo credit: ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images))…

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1980: The death of 'Docile Don' 2:27

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Angelo Bruno's decades-long rule as Don of the Philadelphia Mafia came to an end in March of 1980 when he was killed outside of his South Philly home.What followed was a violent gang war and the eventual collapse of the Philadelphia Mafia.KYW's Conner Barkon looks back.(photo credit: Bettmann/ Getty Images contributor)…

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Family of 2023 Kingsessing mass shooting victim sues company that sold shooter part of gun 1:16

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The parents of a victim of the Kingsessing mass shooting two years ago are suing the company that sold suspected shooter Kimbrady Carriker part of the assault rifle he used to commit the massacre.KYW’s Nigel Thompson spoke to one of their lawyers.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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At ‘read-in,’ protesters push for more certified librarians in district schools 0:45

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It was a silent protest outside school headquarters Friday afternoon. About 100 people sat on the steps to the administration building and read books, to bring attention to the dearth of certified librarians in district schools. (photo credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW Newsradio)

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Montco man faces decades in prison for shooting Pottstown officer in leg 1:12

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A Montgomery County jury finds a 42-year-old guilty of shooting a Pottstown police officer in the leg during a struggle over the officer’s gun. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(photo credit: Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office)

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Kitten at Burlco Animal Shelter tests positive for rabies 1:07

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The Burlington County Health Department is encouraging anyone who had contact with a certain kitten at the Burlington County animal shelter recently to seek medical attention. KYW's John McDevitt reports the animal tested positive for rabies.(photo credit: Getty Images)

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Tonawanda Town Supervisor Joe Emminger on a deal between the town and the Tonawanda Police Club 7:02

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2 arrested, charged for Strawberry Mansion fire that killed pregnant mom, her 2 kids 0:57

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Two people have been arrested and charged in connection with a deadly arson in Strawberry Mansion earlier this month. A woman who was eight months pregnant and her two young children were killed in the fire. KYW's John McDevitt reports.(photo credit: Philadelphia Police Department)

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‘The fight is not over,’ says Platkin of birthright citizenship uncertainty 1:10

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The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that President Donald Trump's executive order on limiting the scope of birthright citizenship can stand, for now. In New Jersey, Attorney General Matt Platkin says, importantly, the court did not make a ruling on the legality of birthright citizenship itself, and this is not the end of their fight.(photo credit: AP …

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WBEN's Evan DiPasquale on Shea's Performing Arts announcing an expansion to the 100 year old theater 1:20

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City adds 15 more schools to extended day, extended year program 1:10

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Fifteen more schools are in line for Extended Day/Extended Year programs. We get details from KYW education reporter Mike DeNardo. (photo credit: Mike DeNardo/KYW)

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DC 33 workers threaten to strike if new deal is not met by Monday 1:12

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Philadelphia’s blue-collar workers are threatening to strike, beginning Tuesday, if they don’t have a new contract with the city by then. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports negotiations are underway.(photo credit: John McDevitt/KYW Newsradio)

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Shea's President and CEO Brian Higgins on the plans for expansion for Shea's 5:35

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NJ to release final budget details Friday, days away from deadline 1:12

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New Jersey’s budget deadline is Monday, and Democrats in Trenton aren’t releasing final details until 8 p.m. Friday at committee hearings, despite a deal being worked out earlier this week. Photo Credit: Getty Images

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Immigration Attorney Rosanna Berardi on SCOTUS decision regarding birthright citizenship 3:36

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Shea's Performing Arts announcing a $50 million expansion 30:18

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Philadelphia school board unanimously approves DOJ asbestos agreement 1:20

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Philadelphia’s Board of Education voted to approve a deal with the Department of Justice, which charged the school district for mishandling asbestos problems at dozens of school buildings. The deal means the feds will hold off on prosecuting the case as long as the district is compliant.Photo Credit: Holli Stephens / KYW Newsradio…

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Philadelphia prepares programming for the yearlong celebration of America's 250th anniversary 1:26

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Philadelphia is preparing to host a yearlong celebration for America's 250th birthday in 2026, with major events, historic tributes, and weekly programming that highlight's the country's "firsts".Photo Credit: Getty Images

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Ellicott District Councilwoman Leah Halton-Pope discusses an incident at the Tops on Jefferson Avenue back on June 17 that led to the arrest of two individuals 4:02

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‘A group no one wants to be a part of’: Police widows show support in court at Temple University officer murder trial 1:25

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The widows of Philadelphia police officers sat quietly in court this week, their presence speaking volumes to the widow of Temple University Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald's widow during the trial of his convicted killer.Photo Credit: Kristen Johanson / KYW Newsradio

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Suspects get away with $1,000 after robbing armed Loomis truck driver in Northeast Philadelphia 0:32

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Police are searching for two people suspected of robbing an armored truck in the Crescentville neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia.Photo Credit: NBC Skyforce 10

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WBEN's Evan DiPasquale on Public Pools in Niagara Falls opening later than other communities in Western New York 1:00

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Angelo Morinello on pools not being opened in Niagara Falls 2:07

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Manager at Flagship Fireworks in Edinboro, Pa., Amonn on the demand for fireworks the closer we get to Fourth of July 1:52

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CEO and founder of Phantom Fireworks, Bruce Zoldan on the demand for fireworks the closer we get to Fourth of July 4:25

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Niagara Falls Mayor Robert Restaino on Pools opening up in Niagara Falls 3:58

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WBEN's Tom Puckett previews Ride for Roswell 0:49

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Andrea Gregory previews the Ride for Roswell 5:01

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28-year-old wanted for brutally stabbing woman to death in Northeast Philly caught in Spain 0:51

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The woman suspected of stabbing a 21-year-old woman and stuffing her body inside a futon in Northeast Philly back in April has been arrested in Madrid.That's according to the US Marshals Service, who said they provided information that led to the arrest of 28-year-old Gerelys Sanchez-Reyes.(Photo: Philadelphia Police Department)…

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Delco officials tout infrastructure improvements in 'State of the County' update 1:07

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Officials in Delaware County reflect on their recent successes and lay out their plans for the future in a "state of the county" update. The latest from Delco, and KYW’s Justin Udo.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Pa. Senate passes homeless encampment bill for local governments 1:17

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The Pennsylvania Senate passes a bill that supporters say would make it easier for local authorities to respond to homeless encampments, while opponents say it misses the point and puts too much on local governments. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(Photo: Getty Images)

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'A vote none of us want,' SEPTA Board approves 'doomsday' budget 0:31

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Riders are bracing for the worst, now that the SEPTA board has approved a so-called “doomsday” budget that cuts nearly half of its service. We get the story from KYW’s Mike DeNardo.(Photo: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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Former 'vertical farm visionary' for Philly admits to fraud 1:12

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A Philadelphia man pleaded guilty to fraud Thursday, in connection with a scheme to create "vertical farms" inside of buildings in the area.KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Delco Immigration officer charged with bribing immigrants for false promises regarding their cases 1:02

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An immigration officer with US Citizenship and Immigration Services is accused of bribery and abuse of his office.KYW’s Vik Raghupathi has the story.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Firefighters quell fire quickly at South Jersey sports bar 0:45

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Firefighters put out a fire at Ott’s Tavern in Medford, New Jersey this morning before it got out of hand. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more from the scene.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Philly School District avoids federal prosecution for asbestos mismanagement under new deal with DOJ approved by school board 1:03

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The Philadelphia School District would avoid federal prosecution for mismanaging asbestos in school buildings, under a deal up for approval today by the school board. We get the story from KYW Education Reporter Mike DeNardo.(Photo: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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SEPTA Board approves $1.7 billion 'doomsday' budget 1:35

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SEPTA's board has approved its Doomsday Budget of service cuts and fare increases after voting this afternoon. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo joins us live.(Photo: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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PATCO to phase in halt to weekday overnight service for a deep cleaning 0:32

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PATCO is phasing-in a halt to weekday overnight service to allow for cleaning of trains and concourses.(Photo: Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio)

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WBEN's Evan DiPasquale on two African American heritage centers getting $400,000 budget 1:10

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Record heat smashes US: How to stay cool and what to expect next 26:36

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Parts of the Midwest and the East Coast hit 100 degrees this week. So, is this a harbinger of a scorching hot summer? Get a look at life on the hot city streets, plus ways to beat the heat, keep your lawn and garden fresh. And we also look back at summers past and the legacy of "Jaws."