Franklin Institute renovations, Parker & 76 Place, PHL rank [Video]

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — What’s in the works at the Franklin Institute? What did Philadelphia International Airport rank in customer satisfaction? And why did Mayor Cherelle Parker back plans for 76 Place?

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The Franklin Institute has plenty to offer, but when it comes to the museum’s signature exhibits, the Giant Heart and Baldwin 60000 steam locomotive are tough to top. For months, these generations-old attractions have been closed to the public while undergoing makeovers and upgrades. With their respective re-openings just weeks away, KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt got a sneak peek.

Pennsylvania’s significance in the 2024 presidential election is no secret, …