Episodes

  • Thousands flock to Ben Franklin Parkway for Philly Marathon weekend

    Thousands flock to Ben Franklin Parkway for Philly Marathon weekend
    Nov 23 2024
    The 31st Philadelphia Marathon weekend is underway. KYW’s Sunny Morgan was there Saturday as runners crossed the finish line. (photo credit: Sunny Morgan)
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    1 min
  • Man shot in head during attempted car theft in Frankford

    Man shot in head during attempted car theft in Frankford
    Nov 23 2024
    A 48-year-old man is dead after being shot in the head while trying to steal a car Friday afternoon, according to police. (photo credit: NBC10)
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    1 min
  • Da’Vine Joy Randolph returns to Philly roots for 1-night only benefit performance

    Da’Vine Joy Randolph returns to Philly roots for 1-night only benefit performance
    Nov 23 2024
    Mount Airy native Da’Vine Joy Randolph won Best Supporting Actress at all the major film awards last season for her role in “The Holdovers.” Now, she’s returning to Philly for a benefit performance. KYW’s Sabrina Boyd-Surka has more. (photo credit: Conrad Khalil)
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    1 min
  • 'This is the start,' says Parker of 1-year deal with D.C. 33

    'This is the start,' says Parker of 1-year deal with D.C. 33
    Nov 23 2024
    Mayor Cherelle Parker struck a one-year deal with its largest employee union Friday night. Last week, the union voted to authorize a strike if its demands for better wages weren't met. KYW’s Sunny Morgan was there for the Mayor’s announcement. (photo credit: Sunny Morgan)
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    1 min
  • These 200-some medical assistants ready to enter the workforce

    These 200-some medical assistants ready to enter the workforce
    Nov 23 2024
    Kimberly Rommen is president of the American Training Center in Cherry Hill. She says through the program, people learn clinical and administrative skills “that allow them to get national certifications that translate quickly and easily into the workplace.” KYW South Jersey reporter Mike Dougherty has more. (photo credit: Getty Images)
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    1 min
  • The Week in Philly: Caviar bumps for sale in Center City

    The Week in Philly: Caviar bumps for sale in Center City
    Nov 23 2024
    A new kiosk in Center City is selling caviar on the street. Yes, caviar. KYW Newsradio’s Shara Dae Howard visited the kiosk, run by Biederman's Specialty Foods, to find out what people think of Philly’s newest high-class snack and what exactly a caviar bump is. Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.
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    4 mins
  • The Week in Philly: How to save local dogs from being euthanized

    The Week in Philly: How to save local dogs from being euthanized
    Nov 23 2024
    Due to an overflow of dogs needing adoption or foster housing, Philadelphia’s animal care and control provider has reached a tragic crossroads. Lack of space at ACCT Philly’s facility in the Northeast has forced the organization to “timestamp” select dogs. If the dogs don’t find new homes by a certain date, then they’re put down. While the situation is dire, there are ways to help. KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt spoke with ACCT Philly leadership about how people can get involved to spare the lives of dogs at risk. Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.
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    7 mins
  • The Week in Philly: More rain needed to combat record-breaking drought

    The Week in Philly: More rain needed to combat record-breaking drought
    Nov 23 2024
    We finally got some significant rain this week, but not enough to quash the long-term impacts of this fall drought. Accuweather meteorologist Bob Larson gives us some context on just how dry this season has been, in the Philly area and beyond, and whether it’s likely to continue. Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.
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    6 mins