PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker vowed change for the city's downtrodden Kensington neighborhood. Find out why, so far, the cleanup results have been mixed. Wonder what Philly has in store for America's birthday two years from now when the country turns 250? And how does signing NBA free agent Paul George change the 76ers' title fortunes?
Look back, look ahead, and get a better understanding of the stories shaping the Philadelphia region on “The Week in Philly” with Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s team of reporters. Listen on KYW Newsradio 103.9 FM Saturdays and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. Episodes are also available as a podcast or, you can check out individual segments below.
How will Philly ring in America’s 250th?
We’re still two years away, but Philadelphia already has big plans in the works for its Fourth of July celebration in 2026, when the United States of America turns 250! KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo dishes on the details from a potential joint session of Congress at City Hall to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game coming to Citizens Bank Park.
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Netflix House coming to KOP Mall
Netflix has announced it's opening a massive theme-park-style experience at the King of Prussia Mall called the Netflix House in 2025. What could that entail? “Squid Game” competitions? “Bridgerton” dancing? Host Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio’s Conner Barkon explain what we know so far and discuss what Netflix shows they’d like to see come to life.
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Local field hockey star readies for Olympics
One of Ashley Sessa’s favorite athletes is Simone Biles. In a few weeks, when the Schwenksville native and Episcopal Academy grad suits up for the U.S. Olympic women’s field hockey team, she’ll be competing on the same international stage as her gold medal-winning idol. How is Sessa, part of the next wave of American field hockey stars, preparing for Paris? Check out this excerpt from Sessa’s upcoming, July 10 appearance on 1-on-1 with Matt Leon podcast to find out!
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Kensington cleanup brings progress, questions
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker made a promise to constituents that "change is on the way!" when describing the "unacceptable" conditions in Kensington. KYW Newsradio City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb recently visited the neighborhood, which has been plagued by crime, an open-air drug market, and housing insecurity, to find out how Parker's cleanup initiative is going.
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Philly Zoo celebrates 150 years
From pioneering "firsts" to modern twists on classical experiences, the Philadelphia Zoo is one of the oldest and most distinctive attractions of its kind in America. KYW Newsradio's John McDevitt stopped by the landmark to check out how it was celebrating its recent 150th birthday.
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Can Paul George bring 76ers a title?
By all accounts, KYW Newsradio reporter Tim Jimenez is a measured, mild-mannered human being. But when it comes to his hometown NBA basketball team, the Philadelphia 76ers, he's a fanatic. What does Tim think of the Sixers signing Paul George, the biggest free agent on the summer market? Listen to his reaction, analysis, and thoughts on whether the move pushes Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and the rest of the organization closer to a championship.