Adult-use marijuana is one of several things on Gov. Josh Shapiro’s wish list that did not make it into this year’s budget. 

KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert tells us that, while support continues to grow in the state legislature, some lawmakers want to ensure a focus on criminal justice reform and social equity.







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Adult-use marijuana is one of several things on Gov. Josh Shapiro’s wish list that did not make it into this year’s budget. 
KYW Suburban Bureau Chief Jim Melwert tells us that, while support continues to grow in the state legislature, some lawmakers want to ensure a focus on criminal justice reform and social equity.
 
 
 
(Photo credit: Getty Images)

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Recreational marijuana not included in Pa.'s 2024-25 budget

For most people, dodgeball was a defining activity of youth in gym class or at camp. But for a group of young professionals in Philadelphia, playing and mastering the sport (yes, sport) is serious business. And one is going to Austria to compete for a world championship.

KYW Newsradio’s Brian Seltzer went to a practice to find out more.

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For most people, dodgeball was a defining activity of youth in gym class or at camp. But for a group of young professionals in Philadelphia, playing and mastering the sport (yes, sport) is serious business. And one is going to Austria to compete for a world championship.
KYW Newsradio’s Brian Seltzer went to a practice to find out more.
(Photo Credit: Brian Seltzer/KYW Newsradio)

Meet the military vet running a dodgeball league in Philly and going to Europe to compete for world championship

A new K-9 just started on the job at the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office in New Jersey. The German short-haired pointer, Walt, is working double duty, searching out electronics and serving as a therapy dogs for kids who come in to make statements. KYW Newsradio’s Mike Dougherty tells us all about the loveable, hard-working pup.

Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

A <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/south-jersey-k-9-sniff-out-electronics-comfort-kids">new K-9 just started on the job at the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office</a> in New Jersey. The German short-haired pointer, Walt, is working double duty, searching out electronics and serving as a therapy dogs for kids who come in to make statements. KYW Newsradio’s Mike Dougherty tells us all about the loveable, hard-working pup.
Listen to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71">The Week In Philly</a> live on <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio">KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

The Week in Philly: K-9 Walt brings joy and search skills to Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office

On one hand, rising property values signal a sound investment. On the other, it leads to higher taxes. Such is the dynamic at play in Philadelphia following a recent city-wide reassessment. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo highlights the resources residents can take advantage of to help offset costs, and also explains why, after decades, the PPA decided to more than double the price of its coveted residential parking permits. 

Listen to The Week In Philly live on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

On one hand, rising property values signal a sound investment. On the other, it leads to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/average-philadelphia-property-tax-bill-rise-usd330">higher taxes</a>. Such is the dynamic at play in Philadelphia following a recent city-wide reassessment. KYW Newsradio’s Mike DeNardo highlights the resources residents can take advantage of to help offset costs, and also explains why, after decades, the PPA decided to more than double the price of its coveted residential parking permits. 
Listen to <a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71">The Week In Philly</a> live on <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio">KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5 a.m. and 3 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.

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