The execution-style murder of Temple University Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald in February 2023 stunned Philadelphia. Not only was his killer brought to justice, it was served swiftly. Hear what Fitzgerald’s family had to say about the Miles Pfeffer verdict moments after it came down. 

Plus, triple-digit temperatures weren’t the only inconvenience posed by this past week’s blistering heatwave. Thousands of homes in the region remained without power following a massive storm the week before. Check out why the leader of PECO’s union spoke out in frustration. 

We also learn more about the Pennsylvania legislature’s efforts to address loopholes in the state’s THC regulations, new 76ers’ draft pick VJ Edgecombe, the ongoing World Cafe Live labor saga, and a summer jobs program that’s been a big boon for Philly youth. 

00:00 Intro

02:00 Sgt. Christopher Fitzgerald’s family reacts to his murderer’s sentencing

08:58 How Philadelphians tried to beat blistering heat

13:29 Why PA legislature is looking into THC regulation loopholes 

20:42 Should VJ Edgecombe draft pick give 76ers fans hope?

24:43 What’s going on at World Cafe Live?

30:43 Philly youth flock to summer job program, which aims to expand

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