Höre The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio

It was a historic visit, just the second ever to Philadelphia by the pontiff, and in the days since Pope Francis’ passing, memories of his time here in September 2015 are being cherished that much more fondly. A pair of KYW Newsradio alumni who covered the event look back and ahead as the Vatican prepares to choose Francis’ successor. Plus, as Delaware County braces for the imminent closure of two hospitals, residents race to find new medical facilities and resources to serve them. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters recap these stories and more of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including a massive wildfire in Ocean County, NJ; Mayor Parker’s housing plan, and the Philly Black Pride celebration. 00:00 Intro 02:00 Memories of Pope Francis’ 2015 visit [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/pope-francis-obituary-philadelphia] to Philadelphia 09:52 Ocean County wildfire: cause [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/man-charged-arson-ocean-county-nj-wildfire] and containment efforts 12:57 Crozer Health system closings leave Delco residents with few good alternatives 18:22 New details on Mayor Parker’s affordable housing initiative 23:57 Transit notes: SEPTA sustainability [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/despite-fiscal-cliff-septa-looks-to-reduce-carbon-footprint], 30th Street Station renovations  30:03 Philly Black Pride 2025 Listen to The Week in Philly [https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71] on KYW Newsradio [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio] every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

While the details and circumstances surrounding the arson attack on Governor Josh Shapiro and his family at the governor’s mansion in Harrisburg continue to get sorted out, the incident itself remains jarring and alarming. Through the eyes of a reporter who covered the scene on the ground, we take a look at what we know and don’t know about the crime. Plus, Mayor Parker’s ambitious affordable housing push gets a major boost, and we put one of the most disappointing Philadelphia sports seasons in recent memory out to pasture. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters recap these stories and more of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including a string of deaths in Pennsylvania prisons, the efficacy of “rubber rooms” in the Philadelphia public school system, and the latest in the case against the person accused of killing the Gaudreau brothers.  00:00 Intro 02:01 What we know and don’t know about Gov. Shapiro arson attack [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/shapiro-family-lunch-with-firefighters-that-rescued-them] 08:40 Philadelphia Housing Authority unveils major boon [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/pha-unveils-opening-doors-plan-to-acquire-thousands-new-units-rehab-existing-inventory] to Parker’s affordable housing push 14:50 A glimpse into Philly public school “rubber rooms [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/pha-unveils-opening-doors-plan-to-acquire-thousands-new-units-rehab-existing-inventory]” 20:07 Gaudreau brothers update [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/prosecutor-says-whether-gaudreau-brothers-drank-before-struck-killed-not-relevant] and more news and notes from South Jersey 25:37 13 prison deaths [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/inmate-deaths-rise-pa-prison-society-calls-for-reforms-transparency] in Pennsylvania prompt calls for change 29:57 So long, 76ers Listen to The Week in Philly [https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71] on KYW Newsradio [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio] every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

SEPTA is planning for the worst: severe cuts and fare increases if it doesn’t get the $168 million increase included in Governor Shapiro’s budget proposal. City Council checked in on the police department’s drone program, Kensington Wellness Court, and more in this week’s budget hearings. And concerns about ICE caused one of the city’s biggest celebrations of Mexican culture to be cancelled. Brian Seltzer and Sabrina Boyd-Surka step in for Matt Leon, catching up with KYW Newsradio’s reporters on the biggest news around the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:01 SEPTA prepares for a 45% reduction in service [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/septa-bad-budget-proposal-cut-services-without-state-funds] without more state funding 07:20 The latest from City Hall: drones [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/officials-police-drone-program-shaping-up], food trucks, and more 13:36 El Carnaval de Puebla festival cancelled [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/south-philly-mexican-festival-cancelled-over-ice-fears] over ICE fears 17:50 Reggie Jackson's childhood home set to be demolished 22:44 Black Maternal Health Week raises awareness about disparities 29:54 Philly’s plans for the 4th of July and America’s 250th anniversary Listen to The Week in Philly [https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71] on KYW Newsradio [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio] every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

President Trump’s tariff rollout sent shockwaves through the global economy, with the automobile industry emerging as one of the faces of the upheaval. How are local dealerships and prospective buyers bracing for the ripple effects? And over at the Philadelphia Zoo, more history was made. You’ve got to hear the story of the remarkable hatching of four critically endangered Western Galapagos tortoises to their century-old parents. Also, find out how the Free Library of Philadelphia is stepping up to help recently laid-off federal workers. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters recap that and more of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:08 A local look [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/philadelphia-car-dealerships-spike-new-buyers-before-trump-tariffs] at how auto tariffs could impact customers, dealers 06:46 Library offers help [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/free-library-of-philadelphia-workshops-for-federal-employees-affected-by-doge-cuts] for laid-off federal workers 11:56 Investigation into Chester charter school yields staggering arrests [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/20-delco-charter-school-employees-charged-with-abusing-26-kids-in-their-care] 18:13 Aramark, union finally agree to new deal [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/unite-here-local-274-aramark-reach-tentative-contract-agreement-health-care-benefits] 23:40 Philadelphia Zoo welcomes critically endangered tortoise hatchlings [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/4-critically-endangered-tortoises-hatch-at-philadelphia-zoo] 29:18 Philadelphia Orchestra conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin makes special visit Listen to The Week in Philly [https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71] on KYW Newsradio [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio] every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

The Parker administration pitched its budget. Now, it’s up to Philadelphia City Council to parse through it. What do they think of the mayor’s plan? Plus, from West Philadelphia to Hollywood and back, Will Smith comes home for a prestigious honor while he continues to reemerge from a controversial incident that stained his once-golden reputation. And how about the Phillies? On the heels of a humbling, early exit from the playoffs, do they have what it takes to make another World Series run? Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s reporters recap that and more of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week. 00:00 Intro 02:00 Mayor Parker’s budget - what does City Council think [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/council-concern-federal-funds-philly-budget-hearings]? 06:11 Philadelphia’s latest infrastructure grade is in, marking a slight [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/american-society-civil-engineers-2025-infrastructure-report-card] improvement 11:56 Can the Phillies [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/local-sports/bryce-harper-hears-boos-again-at-nationals-park-and-homers-again-on-opening-day-for-the-phillies] get back to the World Series? 17:57 Bellwether or blip - how to interpret Lancaster special election [https://www.local10.com/news/politics/2025/03/26/strong-democratic-performance-in-pennsylvanias-election-is-seen-as-a-light-in-the-partys-darkness/]? 23:27 New life [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/foundation-for-delco-upenn-work-on-agreement-to-keep-crozer-chester-taylor-hospital-open] for Delco Crozer Health locations? 27:28 ‘Will Smith Way’ honors star [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/philly-honors-will-smith-with-street-renaming] amidst reemergence  Listen to The Week in Philly [https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71] on KYW Newsradio [https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio] every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy [https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]