The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio

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The Year in Philly, Part 1: Revisiting the city’s biggest stories from 2025

From a tragic plane crash in the Northeast to a grueling budget impasse in Harrisburg that fueled a series of SEPTA sagas, 2025 was a year of heartbreak, seismic shifts, and profound change in the Philadelphia region. Dive into the biggest stories that defined the year, including ... Show more

. 36min 17sec

After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.: Big takeaways from the facilities planning survey

The School District of Philadelphia has revealed the four primary themes that emerged from its recently-conducted facilities planning process survey. Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. identifies what they are, and how they’ll better inform the district’s decision-making abou ... Show more

. 7min 3sec

Atlantic City mayor's verdict, officer Andy Chan remembered, and funding for Chinatown

This week, we cover the emotional conclusion to the trial of Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, who was found not guilty on all charges. We also remember former Philadelphia highway patrol officer Andy Chan, who was laid to rest six years after suffering a severe injury in the line ... Show more

. 36min 59sec

After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.: How "record-setting" responses will shape facilities suggestions

Public feedback has been a cornerstone of the School District of Philadelphia’s facilities planning process. Now that the open-ended survey period has closed, and with thousands of responses being reviewed by analysts, Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. says the findings could be shared as ... Show more

. 7min 2sec

City Council challenges Parker, Krasner during busy final week

A last-minute agreement between SEPTA and transportation workers avoids a strike. Hear the details as City Council takes on Mayor Parker, pushing for changes to her affordable housing plan. Plus, Council holds a crucial hearing questioning District Attorney Larry Krasner on the h ... Show more

. 36min 16sec