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N.J. GOP chairman Steinhardt running for governor in 2021: Report
Steinhardt has been a vocal critic of Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy, especially over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
6 years ago
What does ‘community spread’ of the coronavirus mean right now?
There are pleas for caution and newer, tighter restrictions on our activities — with possibly more on the way, even along with the coming vaccines.
6 years ago
Piles of records and months of reporting lead to eye-opening report on Pa. district judges
In 2019, many of the state’s roughly 500 district judges only had courtroom appearances scheduled a few days a week.
6 years ago
Some Pa. Dems want maskless House GOP lawmakers sworn in last
At least nine state representatives and three state senators have contracted COVID-19 this year, two Democrats, nine Republicans and state Sen. John Yudichak, an independent.
6 years ago
Philly officer shoots man armed with knife, police say
A Philadelphia police officer shot and critically injured a man who authorities say was armed with a knife in Feltonville.
6 years ago
Delaware River Port Authority postpones toll increase
The action marked the fifth time that the agency's board has postponed automatic biennial increases that are pegged to the Consumer Price Index.
6 years ago
In anticipation, housing support groups are scrambling to set up new systems, including ways for people to stay safe outside in freezing conditions.
6 years ago
Listen 4:32The pandemic helped make FDR Park better. Now it has to survive the aftermath
If you live in South Philly, it’s not your imagination: Franklin Delano Roosevelt Park is having a moment.
6 years ago
Early data shows hopeful signs for pandemic learning in Philly, but huge questions remain
There are a lot of caveats, though. And it’s possible signs of regression will begin to show up later this year.
6 years ago
Philadelphia’s architecture industry needs to fix its diversity problems
RevitGods, Inc. CEO Uchenna Okere shares his personal experience in the architecture industry and how the field can bring in more women and people of color.
6 years ago
Hanukkah lights, Charlie Brown’s back and a reimagined ‘Nutcracker’ in this week’s ‘Things To Do’
The outdoors and virtual activities prevail as we head into the holiday season.
6 years ago
Listen 4:06Funding questions remain amid new effort to preserve open space in northern Delaware
Increasing development has long been an issue in Delaware’s most populous county. Now New Castle County leaders have new guidance on how to better preserve open space.
6 years ago
Pa. coronavirus update: Montgomery County coronavirus hospitalizations rise
There are now more COVID-19 hospitalizations in the county than there were in the spring, said Dr. Valerie Arkoosh, chair of the Montco Board of Commissioners.
6 years ago
Following the death of Walter Wallace Jr. in October, Philadelphia city councilmembers heard testimony on best practices for police response and crisis intervention.
6 years ago
Hunter Biden facing federal investigation over ‘tax affairs’
Hunter Biden has long been a target of President Donald Trump and his allies, who have accused him of profiting off his political connections.
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