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Politics & Policy

Campaign to combine health care advocacy with civic engagement and voting comes to Philadelphia’s Point Breeze neighborhood

Young people face health care decisions shaped by policy. Vot-ER is working to connect health care experiences with civic engagement and voting.

6 hours ago

Side-by-side headshots, from left to right, of U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew, of New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District, Democrat Zack Mullock and Independent Ramon Mora Jr.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2026: What to know about the 2nd Congressional District race

Two challengers — Democrat Zack Mullock and independent candidate Ramon Mora Jr. — aim to block a fifth term for Republican Jeff Van Drew.

7 hours ago

Republican Joe Arminio poses for a photo
Politics & Policy

Delaware GOP House candidate pressured by fellow party member to drop out of race after transphobic comments

GOP U.S. House candidate Joseph Arminio was removed from a candidate forum Thursday after repeatedly misgendering Democrat U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride.

19 hours ago

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Councilman James Spadola (left) switched parties. Council President Trippi Congo is at right.
Courts & Law

‘Major win’: Delaware Court of Chancery rules in favor of Wilmington city councilman in fight to keep his seat

James Spadola changed parties last year, igniting a debate over whether he should be removed from office.

20 hours ago

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side-by-side photos of Mike Kozikowski and Dave Tackett
Politics & Policy

Voters oust Delaware incumbent who was recorded offering potential primary opponent a $76K job if he didn’t run

Mike Kozikowski, the six-term recorder of deeds, was defeated after WHYY News exposed his offer of a job that Councilman Dave Tackett couldn’t take.

1 day ago

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Dover Air Force Base main gate
Courts & Law

How Air Force enlistee in Delaware allegedly used Snapchat to recruit, rape 15-year-old girl

Authorities say the mobile app messages soon turned sexual, leading to an overnight drive to Dover and child rape charges.

1 day ago

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The Lewes City Hall building
Politics & Policy

Lewes considers pause on reviewing applications in response to affordable housing bill, following Sussex County’s lead

The proposed moratorium would last until the end of 2027, or until the city approves a comprehensive plan.

1 day ago

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the building at 3151 Market Street
Money

Burlington’s headquarters move to Philadelphia puts spotlight on New Jersey’s difficult business climate, experts say

Gov. Mikie Sherrill has defended her growth strategy, but advocates say the state must do more to boost competitiveness.

1 day ago

A woman walks into a booth to vote on election day.
Politics & Policy

A young voter’s guide to Pennsylvania’s 2026 general election

From election deadlines to civic events and youth organizations, here’s what young and first-time voters should know.

1 day ago

exterior of CHOP in Philadelphia
Health

Philadelphia health leaders warn of possible measles exposure reported at CHOP’s NICU

Officials said they’re working to administer a preventative antibody treatment to all infants in the NICU to help protect them from measles.

2 days ago

Philadelphia City Councilmember Anthony Phillips speaks during a rally
Science

Philadelphia City Council members and local advocates rally to keep Academy of Natural Sciences museum open

City Council members are planning public hearings to find out how the museum got to the point of closing, as well as explore solutions.

2 days ago

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The trash incineration facility
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Mayor Parker wants to renew a contract to burn Philadelphia’s trash in Chester. Several City Council members plan to reject it

Five Council members oppose a proposed contract with Reworld, as the Parker administration says its plan will save taxpayers millions.

2 days ago

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An election worker places a vote-by-mail ballot into a secure bin at the Miami-Dade County Supervisor of Elections Office
Politics & Policy

Trump’s push to restrict mail ballots has failed. Other efforts to reshape the midterms are ongoing

President Donald Trump's efforts to assert federal control over elections are marching on despite a recent loss in the Supreme Court.

2 days ago

Senia Lopez speaks at a podium bearing a sign reading MORATORIUM NOW NO DATA CENTERS IN PHILLY . COM
Science

Environmentalists call Mayor Parker’s data center task force insufficient, demand immediate moratorium

The task force would be required to develop recommendations for data center regulations. Residents say a moratorium is needed in the meantime.

2 days ago

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Free Library of Philadelphia Parkway Central Branch, 1901 Vine St.
Arts & Entertainment

President of the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation resigns

Monique Moore Pryor was three years into the job and had clashed with staff.

2 days ago

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