WHYY-FM (Philadelphia, PA)

WHYY-FM, broadcasting at 90.9 FM and often referred to as "91 FM," serves as the primary National Public Radio station for Philadelphia and the surrounding Delaware Valley. The station's transmitter is situated in the Roxborough area of the city, while its studios can be found on Independence Mall in downtown Philadelphia.

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#56542

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#11982

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The evolution of the American Revolution can be seen in these historic flags

5 days ago | whyy.org | Peter Crimmins

The Museum of the American Revolution shows how the shifting ideals of American liberty can be traced in the historic flags of militias. From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover?
Francis Davis, a figurehead of jazz criticism, has died

1 week ago | whyy.org | Evan Croen

This story originally appeared on NPR. Francis Davis, an articulate and gimlet-eyed cultural critic who achieved an eminent stature in jazz, died on Monday at his home in Philadelphia. He was 78. His wife, Terry Gross, the co-executive producer and host of Fresh Air, confirmed his death to NPR Music. Davis had been under the care of home hospice since last fall, living with emphysema and Parkinson’s disease.
Bucks County will be home to new railroad safety training program

1 week ago | whyy.org | Dillon Dodson

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!Bucks County Community College is launching a railroad safety training program for emergency responders in the region and throughout the East Coast.
Bill removing zoning restrictions on legal cannabis shops passes Del. Senate

1 week ago | whyy.org | Dillon Dodson

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!Legislation aimed at easing local government zoning restrictions on recreational cannabis facilities is heading to the Delaware House after passing in the Senate. It drew fierce opposition during debate Wednesday afternoon, mostly from senators representing southern Delaware, which has severely limited retail stores from opening through zoning ordinances.
Philly state representative holds town hall over East Germantown shooting

1 week ago | whyy.org | Dillon Dodson

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!Residents, state leaders, city officials and anti-violence groups concerned about recent shootings targeting recreational centers gathered Tuesday night to strategize a summer plan to keep families safe. State Rep. Andre D. Carroll, D-Philadelphia, hosted the town hall at the Lonnie Young Recreation Center in East Germantown.
New Jersey Transit train engineers reject labor deal with management

1 week ago | whyy.org | Dillon Dodson

New Jersey Transit train engineers have rejected a labor agreement with management, raising the potential for a strike or a lockout next month. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen on Tuesday rejected the March deal by a margin of 87%, the union said in a statement. The Railway Labor Act permits the workers to strike or NJ Transit’s management to lock workers out as soon as May 15, according to the union. “Our members are angry,” said union General Chairman Tom Haas.
Peeps: Inside the Pennsylvania factory where the snack is made

1 week ago | whyy.org | Dillon Dodson

Love them or hate them, those marshmallow Peeps that come in blindingly bright colors and an array of flavors are inescapable around the Easter holiday. Millions are made daily in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, by Just Born Quality Confections, a family-owned candy manufacturer that also churns out Hot Tamales, Mike and Ike fruit chews and Goldenberg’s Peanut Chews. Peeps is Just Born’s most recognizable brand and one of a handful of candies that evoke strong reactions — good and bad.
Member of cultlike Zizian group, a Delco native, says she did not kill her parents

1 week ago | whyy.org | Evan Croen

The daughter of a Pennsylvania couple whose deaths are among six connected to a cultlike group says she has been falsely accused of killing her parents. Michelle Zajko’s denial was part of a 20-page handwritten “Open Letter to the World” her attorney provided to The Associated Press on Tuesday. Dated March 9, the letter also attempts to defend Jack LaSota, also known as Ziz, whom authorities have described as the apparent leader of the “extremist group” called the Zizians.
Security review planned for Gov. Shapiro's official residence after arson attack

1 week ago | whyy.org | Dillon Dodson

An independent expert will review security at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s official residence after investigators accused a man of scaling a wall and setting fire to the mansion, state police said Wednesday. State police said the review will be a risk and vulnerability assessment of the governor’s official residence following the arson attack, which caused extensive damage and forced Shapiro and his family to flee.
Delaware lawmaker gets probation for DUI rollover crash that injured other driver

1 week ago | whyy.org | Dillon Dodson

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!A Delaware state lawmaker who was drunk in November when he pulled out onto a highway, causing a car to smash into his pickup truck and roll over several times, has pleaded guilty to driving under the influence and vehicular assault. Tuesday’s resolution of the criminal case against state Rep. Kevin Hensley marked his second conviction for a crime involving drinking and driving.