Archive for January, 2010

Takeover of Camden, NJ ends

January 30th, 2010 | Tags: , , | Posted in Radio

The state takeover was supposed to be a new beginning for New Jersey’s poorest city. But critics say an infusion of $175 million in state cash failed to improve Camden’s failing infrastructure, schools or economy. My story aired on NPR’s Weekend Edition Saturday.

Justice signs off on Live Nation, Ticketmaster merger

January 26th, 2010 | Tags: , , | Posted in Radio

After nearly a year of scrutiny, the Justice Department announced a proposed settlement that would allow Live Nation and Ticketmaster to merge — if certain conditions are met. My story aired on NPR’s Morning Edition.

Gambling glut

January 19th, 2010 | Tags: , | Posted in Radio

Delaware will soon begin allowing table games in its casinos. Same for Pennsylvania. So how much gaming can the East Coast support? My story aired on the Marketplace Morning Report.

College students reflect on Obama’s first year

January 17th, 2010 | Tags: , | Posted in Radio

College students helped fuel the rise of candidate Barack Obama. One year after the president’s inauguration, I drove up to Penn State campus to take the political temperature. My story aired on NPR’s All Things Considered.

PA governor: Pass gambling or lose jobs

January 6th, 2010 | Tags: | Posted in Radio

Governor Ed Rendell wants a law to legalize table games in Pennsylvania, and he’s threatening to lay off 1,000 state employees unless it passes by Friday. My story aired on the Marketplace Morning Report.

Home court advantage

January 2nd, 2010 | Tags: , | Posted in Radio

From the time she was in grade school, Elena Delle Donne was expected to do great things on the basketball court.  But after earning a full-ride to one of the nation’s top  programs, Delle Donne abruptly took a year off from basketball and went home. My story aired on NPR’s Only a Game.