Year in Review Part 1: Philly sports, schools, pop culture, and the good old 76ers arena debate

2024 has been a whirlwind year. In Philadelphia, a new 76ers arena in Center City was approved after a long fight. Mayor Parker made a big push to clean up Kensington. Saquon Barkley exploded on the field with the Eagles. Wrestlemania took over the city, and the Kelce family took over just about all forms of entertainment. This week and next, we’re taking some time to look back on the biggest news and trends that had the Philadelphia region buzzing all year.00:00 Intro02:05 The long road to the 76ers arena approval07:05 Mayor Parker’s first year in office12:51 Major decrease in homicides in Philadelphia17:05 The year for Philadelphia schools22:32 Philly in the pop culture spotlight29:55 Sports highs and lows of 2024Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.