Changes to Medicaid that take effect in phases starting October 1 could cause more than 100,000 Philadelphians to lose health care coverage. KYW’s City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb explains what the city is doing to help. Two people have died of measles in Lancaster County - the first measles-related deaths in Pennsylvania in 35 years, and the first in the country this year. Matt Coughlin tells us what officials are saying about the deaths, vaccines, and the spread of a once eliminated disease. Plus, PA, NJ, and DE are among several states taking on big social media companies to fight for child safety protections. Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert explains some big changes from a settlement with Meta and what’s behind new lawsuits against Snapchat and TikTok.
00:00 Rundown
02:00 100,000 Philadelphians could lose Medicaid access
07:40 Two people die of measles in Lancaster County
12:42 PSSA scores delayed as school year kicks off; SEPTA riders frustrated over new bus routes
18:42 States win major changes from Meta for child safety
24:55 Temple football head coach optimistic with 60 new players this season
30:24 Pop-up museum examines Philadelphians’ reputation, and the truth underneath
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