The news broke late in the week, and it was big: President Trump, after earlier in the year denying convicted union leader John Dougherty an early release from federal prison, reversed course. City Hall Bureau Chief Pat Loeb, who has covered the case against Dougherty from the start, explains what happens from the prison where Dougherty was released on Friday. We also take a look at how community members can get involved in the transition process for 17 Philadelphia public school buildings set to close later this year. Plus, we hear how a local Nepali restauranteur is raising relief funds for his home country in the wake of catastrophic flooding. Check out these stories and more, as Matt Leon touches base with KYW Newsradio’s team of reporters.
00:00 Rundown
02:00 Trump commutes Johnny Doc’s prison sentence
07:30 How to apply to school transition committees
13:45 Restaurant owner raises funds for native Nepal after flooding disaster
18:05 Teaching 9/11 to younger generations born after the attacks
24:12 Are you ready for the 2026 Eagles season?
30:00 Philly’s plans to celebrate John Coltrane’s 100th birthday
Listen to The Week in Philly, hosted by KYW Newsradio’s Matt Leon, every Saturday at 5am, 3pm, and 9pm, and Sunday at 3pm and 9pm.
