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Jason Sheehan explains why Bar Bombón's "Matchmaking and Margaritas" event series might be the cure for dating app fatigue.

It's a 25-year-old councilmember versus a 66-year-old vocal critic. Victor Fiorillo dives into this story of insults, conspiracies and illegal record disclosures.

Local specialists share the red flags and smart habits that can protect you.

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(Start) Food Poisoning or Not Food Poisoning?

(8:25) Teaching in a Time of Politics, AI and Stress

(29:05) The Ballot Questions You'll Find in Tuesday's Primary Election

(33:50) How Will the War Hit Your Wallet?

(39:45) How to Help Philadelphians Detained by ICE

On the ballot this Tuesday, voters will be able to approve or reject two measures. Courtney DuChene breaks down the meaning and context of both.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement has changed dramatically since 2024, not just detaining and holding more people, but also making it harder for them to get help. Here, a Temple law professor lays out what you can do about it.

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In the conclusion to this award-nominated story by Ben Seal, teachers in Philly are overextended and struggling to meet ever-changing curricula and the new frontier of AI. Notwithstanding, the impact on students' lives is their guiding light.

After a recent social media flurry over food poisoning allegations at Philly restaurants, Victor Fiorillo starts asking questions.

Political tension, pandemic learning loss, cell phones everywhere, and the AI takeover of everything. All before the morning bell rings. On this episode we dive into the modern challenges of teaching in Philadelphia in this award-nominated story by Ben Seal.

The headlines change by the minute: Oil prices up! Stocks down! Ceasefire on! Ceasefire off! So what's a Philadelphian to make of their money during this latest Mideast conflict? Experts weigh in.