Best Pass The Joint Podcasts (2025)

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Shapiro signs executive order creating Pa. version of ‘Vaccines for Children’ program 1:23

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Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order on Wednesday creating a Pennsylvania version of "Vaccines for Children," in case the federal program is reduced or eliminated. It takes other steps to protect vaccine access in the state. KYW Newsradio's Pat Loeb reports the order come in response to recent moves by Health and Human Services Secretary…

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Phillies fans pack Citizens Bank Park for intrasquad game ahead of playoffs 1:14

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The Phillies don’t play a game that counts until Saturday, when they host Game 1 of the NLDS. But that didn’t stop more than 31,000 fans from buying tickets to see the Phillies stage an intra-squad scrimmage Wednesday evening at The Bank. KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi caught up with a few fans eager for Red October to begin in earnest.…

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Eddystone power plant at center of legal battle with Trump administration over its closing 1:12

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The Trump administration is at the center of lawsuit filed by an environmental non-profit over the administration's efforts to keep an outdated Delaware County power plant open. KYW Newsradio’s Justin Udo has the story.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Cardinals Cover 2 - It’s Next Man Up In Running Back Room (Again!) 37:08

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Ep. 930 - No James Conner. And now no Trey Benson. The running back room has taken another hit, and a significant one at that. The role of RB1 will now be played by Emari Demercado, Michael Carter, and Bam Knight. And it may just take all three. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss where the Cardinals go from here, who might be asked to carry the …

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Day One of the federal government shutdown, Democrats & Republicans blame each other; White House says federal worker layoffs are 'imminent' 52:17

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Day one of the federal government shutdown, with hundreds of thousands of federal workers on furlough, White House preparing for layoffs, some government services suspended and both parties blaming the other. We will hear from the Vice President JD Vance, Congressional leaders, and some rank-and-file Members of Congress explaining the situation to …

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NJ Transit launches new Vineland-Atlantic City shuttle to help casino workers commute 1:03

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New Jersey Transit has a new shuttle service with a direct route between Vineland and Atlantic City. KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more from the Vineland Transportation Center.

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NTSB recommends SEPTA sideline more than 200 Regional Rail cars over fire risk 1:11

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The government is recommending that SEPTA immediately sideline its Silverliner IV regional rail cars, after repeated train fires this year. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo joins us live now from the Breaking News Desk with more on what this means for riders.

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Bill to ban ‘Glock switch’ gun conversion devices fails on Pennsylvania House floor 1:23

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The Pennsylvania House briefly devolved into chaos on Wednesday as a bill that would have outlawed devices that turn a semi-automatic handgun into a machine gun was voted down. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(Photo: Kimberly P. Mitchell/Detroit Free Press/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)…

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La Tacleada Cardinals - El Esfuerzo No Se Detiene 31:49

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Ep. 160 - La temporada regular avanza y ya estamos en la Semana 5. Nuestros Arizona Cardinals mantienen la mira fija en un objetivo: mejorar en cada juego y dar el máximo en el campo. Este domingo llega un nuevo reto, los Titans de Tennessee y para entender mejor lo que viene, Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan a detalle las claves del partido…

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Ala Stanford, founder of Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium, announces congressional campaign 1:11

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The race to succeed Dwight Evans in Congress got a new candidate today, and she instantly shot to the head of the pack. KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb has the story.

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Federal employee caused shooter hoax at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst to bond with co-workers, prosecutors say 0:54

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Officials say an employee who was desperate to befriend her colleagues falsely reported that there was an active shooter on a New Jersey military base yesterday. KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon has details. (Photo by Doug Hood/Asbury Park Press/USA Today Network via Imagn Images)

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Woman, 4 children killed in Poconos house fire 1:04

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A community in the Poconos is reeling after five people, including four children, were killed in a house fire overnight. KYW Newsradio's Mike DeNardo reports. (Photo credit: NBC10)

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Week 4 Rookie Draft, Coordinator of the Week and Early-season Leaders! 37:01

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Daniel Jeremiah, Bucky Brooks, and Rhett Lewis make their Week 4 Rookie Draft picks (1:42) before spotlighting Falcons OC Zac Robinson as ‘Coordinator of the Week.’ (7:52) The crew also breaks down the league leaders through four weeks and connects the dots on non–first-round picks making a major impact.(16:10) Finally, they close the show with a d…

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Man suspected of cashing fraudulent checks pushes cop through store window 0:49

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Four Philadelphia police officers were injured while arresting a man suspected of cashing fraudulent checks. It happened around 3 p.m. Tuesday at ACE Checks Cashed, located near Broad Street and Roosevelt Boulevard in Hunting Park.Police got a call about a man trying to cash a bad check. When they arrived, the clerk told officers that the man had t…

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Eagles are 4-0, but things aren't perfect 3:19

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The Eagles are undefeated ahead of Sunday's home game against the Denver Broncos, but there's been a lot of talk about A.J. Brown's cryptic social media posts, and the offensive line isn't as dominant as it used to be. KYW Newsradio's Dave Uram discusses these topics with the Pro Football Hall of Fame Voice of the Eagles Merrill Reese.…

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Episode 570-Rommel's Last Offensive 23:44

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Rommel needs a spoiling attack against Monty. His attack plan is not great, but Monty’s defense plan is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ray Harris Jr

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Wardrobe refresh: Philly police retire baby blue shirts for a midnight blue hue 0:26

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Starting today, Philly cops are swapping their old powder blue shirts for new midnight blue uniform shirts. The police department says the new design "reinforces professionalism, authority and familiarity." It also matches the midnight blue ballistic vests, which can now be worn over the shirts, rather than under them.The police union says its memb…

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Philadelphia Downtown Marriott will reopen its Market Street entrance — at least one night a week 1:03

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The Philadelphia Downtown Marriott will reopen its doors on Market Street — at least for one night a week. KYW Newsradio’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb has the story.

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Ala Stanford, founder of Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium, to announce congressional campaign 0:41

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The race to replace Rep. Dwight Evans in Congress is getting another candidate. Dr. Ala Stanford, founder of the Black Doctors Consortium, is expected to announce she’s joining the race for the 3rd Congressional District seat. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for CNN)

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Rep. Madeleine Dean confronts House Speaker Johnson over Trump's AI post: 'You don't see that as racist?' 1:18

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"You don't see that as racist? We need you desperately to lead." That's Congresswoman Madeleine Dean in part of an exchange with House Speaker Mike Johnson, captured by CNN.The Montgomery County Democrat criticized the Republican speaker for not calling out the "racist, bigoted" AI-generated video tweeted by President Donald Trump.She raised the is…

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Federal employee in custody following active shooter hoax at NJ's largest military base 0:40

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A person is in custody after an active shooter hoax caused a lockdown at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in Burlington County, New Jersey, Tuesday morning. According to investigators, a civilian employee of the federal government made a false report about an active shooter at the base.The base went into lockdown at around 11 a.m., with all personn…

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Local organizations to commemorate 30th anniversary of Million Man March with Philly event 1:32

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It’s been almost 30 years since Black men gathered in solidarity for the Million Man March on Washington. A group of organizations are gathering this year to commemorate the event with a march in Philadelphia. KYW Newsradio Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams has more.(Photo: Porter Binks-USA Today Network)…

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PHL Airport employees continue to work — without pay — as government shutdown begins 1:28

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The government shutdown is in effect, and many essential workers like TSA officers and air traffic controllers at Philadelphia International are working without pay. KYW Newsradio's Tim Jimenez reports live from the airport. (Photo by Kent Nishimura/Getty Images)

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Medical Report: Caring for a loved one with dementia 0:54

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Caregivers of loved ones with dementia often see their own health decline. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough has more.

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Mayor Parker signs executive order on project labor agreements for public contracts 1:18

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Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker emphasized her ties to organized labor on Tuesday, signing an executive order on Project-Labor Agreements for publicly funded construction contracts. KYW Newsradio City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb reports.

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Elmwood Park Zoo debuts new baby sloth 0:44

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After an 11-month pregnancy, Beanie the two-toed sloth gave birth about a month ago at Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown. Typically, the gender of a sloth can’t be determined until they are about a year old. So for now, the newborn sloth is being called Beanie’s Baby. The month-old sloth made its public debut at the zoo on Tuesday. KYW Newsradio's Joh…

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Pa. House votes down 2 gun bills, passes background check bill 1:09

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It was a split decision in the Pennsylvania House as two gun-related bills were voted down, and one was passed. KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert reports.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Pres. Trump says federal government shutdown 'likely' with GOP & Democrats still far apart on what should be in funding extension 53:39

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A federal government shutdown is looking like it is going to happen with President Donald Trump and Republicans and Democrats in Congress sticking to their positions about what must be included and not included in a funding extension, and no compromise agreement in sight that can get the needed 60 votes in the Senate to pass; President Trump and Pf…

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Cardinals Underground - Radio Guy, ‘Stuff Is Loading,’ And Getting Right 56:15

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As the Cardinals come back to work following two harsh back-to-back losses, “radio guy” Paul Calvisi engages Darren Urban and Dani Sureck about how the Cardinals like making every single minute of every single game count. They also chat about how with the offense “(blank) is loading,” more use of 11 personnel and what - if anything - that means, co…

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New Jersey brewery owners say confusing regulations are hurting their bottom lines 1:19

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Brewery owners in New Jersey celebrated after Governor Murphy signed laws for new regulations earlier this year, but they say there are lingering issues hurting business. More from KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Painted Bride in Old City scheduled for demolition, after years of legal battles 1:15

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After years of very public legal battles, the iconic Painted Bride building at 230 Vine Street in Old City is scheduled to be demolished. KYW Newsradio's Shara Dae Howard has the story.

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40s and Free Agents: 2025's Rookie Report Card 34:26

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Gregg Rosenthal and Daniel Jeremiah check in on how the latest draft class is holding up through four weeks of the NFL season. Plus, Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto takes exception to Gregg's tweet over the weekend. All that and more on 40's and Free Agents! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Red Sea Report - Calais Campbell Continues To Excel For Cardinals 45:55

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Defensive lineman Calais Campbell is four games into his 18th NFL season and still playing at a high level. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander break down Campbell’s early impact, including his three sacks and four tackles for loss. They also discuss the team’s sixth-ranked scoring defense, what the offens…

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Union leaders call for Council to pass legislation requiring substantial training for private security workers 1:19

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Security officers in Philadelphia say they’re being asked to protect the city without proper training.Union leaders gathered in Spring Garden to voice concerns about security needs ahead of major events scheduled for next year, as we hear from KYW Newsradio's Conner Barkon.(Photo: Getty Images)

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Suspects wanted by FBI in armored van robbery, assault last year in Cobbs Creek 0:46

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The FBI is asking for the public’s help in identifying at least one of three men who robbed the driver of an armored car last year during a cash pickup at a Rite Aid in the Cobbs Creek section of the city.

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Lockdown lifted at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst after false active shooter report 1:21

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Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in Burlington County was temporarily placed on lockdown Tuesday morning for unsubstantiated reports of an active shooter. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt reports live.

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2 men charged with separate hit-and-run crashes across Philly that killed 2 women in their 70s 1:17

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Authorities have now charged two men who they say struck and killed two older women in separate hit-and-runs late last week. Here’s KYWs crime and justice reporter Kristen Johanson:

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Philly school teachers yet to see pay bump promised in new contract 1:14

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Philly teachers are steamed because they haven’t yet seen the pay raises negotiated in their new contract. The district blames software issues. More from KYW Newsradio education reporter Mike DeNardo.

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Homes for All 46:50

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Please donate to the show! We continue our series on housing with Carolyn Chou, the executive director of Homes for All Massachusetts. We discuss our state government's warped sense of priorities, the cascading effects of inaction on housing, and what we can do to make living in Massachusetts more affordable. You’re listening to Incorruptible Mass.…

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Sirianni on A.J. Brown's cryptic social media post 1:10

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Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni says he's talked with A.J. Brown after the wide receiver's cryptic social media post voicing frustration.Brown posted a Bible verse about not being "welcomed" or "listened to" following Sunday's win in Tampa, where he had only two catches. Sirianni wouldn't get into their conversation, but says he has no questions ab…

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A nostalgic ode to AOL: Internet dial-up service officially discontinued 2:33

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AOL is officially discontinuing its dial-up internet service. (Yes, some people still use it.) KYW Newsradio's Ian Bush takes us back in time to the sights and sounds of the internet provider that defined an era. (Photo Illustration by Pavlo Gonchar/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

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Philly nonprofit gives teens affected by gun violence the tools to work through trauma 1:19

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Teens and young adults whose lives have been rocked by gun violence need a safe space to learn and grow while they work through their trauma: That’s the idea behind a Philly-based nonprofit program called 60th Street Strong. KYW Newsradio's Vik Raghupathi has more.

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18-year-old shot, killed in backyard in Strawberry Mansion 1:24

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An 18-year-old was shot and killed in the backyard of a house in Strawberry Mansion overnight. Police said an argument preceded the gunshots. KYW Newsradio's Nigel Thompson reports. (Photo credit: NBC10)

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Medical Report: Effects of seeing violence on social media 0:55

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In recent weeks, there have been several attacks on individuals that have been recorded and shown on social media. KYW medical editor Dr. Brian McDonough examines the potential harm from viewing these images.

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Black Heritage Trail marker unveiled at Dr. James Still Historic Office 1:14

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New Jersey state officials hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Medford, New Jersey, on Monday, unveiling the restored Dr. James Still Office, Historic Site and Black Heritage Trail marker. KYW Community Impact Reporter Racquel Williams was there.(photo credit: Racquel Williams/KYW)

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A $22M construction project is about to clog traffic on City Ave. for nearly 2 years 1:11

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Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 1, City Avenue will be reduced from two lanes to one in each direction between Bryn Mawr Avenue and 47th Street. Traffic will remain restricted for 20 months.We get the story from KYW’s Mike DeNardo.(photo credit: PennDOT)

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City Council committee advances bill to restore loading zones on Spruce and Pine streets 1:17

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In August, a Philadelphia judge ordered the city to remove loading zones from Spruce and Pine streets, saying they were not legal. On Monday, a council committee took a step toward making them legal, advancing a bill that would restore them. KYW’s City Hall bureau chief Pat Loeb has more.(photo credit: Pat Loeb/KYW)…

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Fall for the Arts Fest returns to Chestnut Hill next month for its 41st year 0:53

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Chestnut Hill is closing its streets Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., welcoming artists from all across the city.KYWs Shara Dae Howard reports the day will be filled with arts, kid-friendly fun and live entertainment(photo credit: Getty Images)

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Vice Pres. Vance predicts federal government 'headed into a shutdown' after GOP & Democratic Congressional leaders meet with Pres. Trump 41:29

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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), House Minority LeaderHakeem Jeffries (D-NY), along with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) all meet at the White House to try to reach a deal to keep the federal government open past Tuesday night. President Trump meets with Israeli Prime Minister BenjaminNetan…

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Investigators find child sex abuse material and ‘guide’ on ‘How to Practice Child Love’ in Philly man’s home 0:55

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A 31-year-old Philadelphia man was arrested and charged last week with the possession of child sex abuse material. As KYW's Sunny Morgan explains, the man is also accused of sharing a "guide" on how to exploit children.(photo credit: Pennsylvania District Attorney's Office)