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Protestors carrying rifles walk up the steps for a rally at the City County building on Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Pittsburgh. The protesters, many openly carrying guns, gathered in downtown Pittsburgh to rally against the city council's proposed restrictions and banning of semi-automatic rifles, certain ammunition and firearms accessories within city limits. (Keith Srakocic / AP Photo)
Politics & Policy

People with firearms at polls risk facing criminal charges

Carrying a gun may be legal, but voter intimidation is not.

6 years ago

John Hansberry demonstrates an extraction machine at the city's mail-in ballot sorting and counting center
Politics & Policy

2.2 million mail or absentee ballots already returned in Pa.

Pennsylvania Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar says that number represents 73% of ballots requested. In 2016, just 266,208 civilians cast absentee ballots.

6 years ago

Protesters face off with police during a demonstration Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2020, in Philadelphia. Hundreds of demonstrators marched in West Philadelphia over the death of Walter Wallace Jr., a Black man who was killed by police in Philadelphia on Monday. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)
Courts & Law

Wednesday release set for bodycam footage, 911 tape in Wallace shooting

The curfew will run until 6 a.m. Saturday. It is the second imposed since Monday’s shooting of Walter Wallace Jr. by police officers in West Philadelphia.

6 years ago

The University of Delaware campus in Newark.
Health

More than 60 people cited for violating gathering limits near University of Delaware

Halloween parties may have started a bit early in Newark, Delaware. Police cited more than 60 people for violating the city's limit on public gathering size.

6 years ago

Mail-in ballots. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Harassment, anger, and misinformation plague Pa. county officials as they struggle to keep 2020 election on track

More than 3 million voters have applied for a mail ballot in the November election after the Pennsylvania legislature approved no-excuse mail-in voting last year.

6 years ago

Anthony Smith’s friend Jasmine Peake recalled meeting Smith on her first day of college at a protest demanding the release of the Philadelphia activist. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Courts & Law

‘He’s nonviolent’: Friends, family of arrested West Philly activist rally to rebuke federal charges

Activist and school teacher Anthony Smith was arrested Wednesday on federal charges. Friends say it’s a political stunt and that he’s innocent.

6 years ago

Troy Moore and Atiyya Flournoy, co-owners of Hafiz Sisters Beauty Supply, opened the shop on Chelten Avenue last year, becoming one of few Black-owned beauty product suppliers in the city. (Abdul R. Sulayman / The Philadelphia Tribune)
Community
The Philadelphia Tribune

Businesses left reeling after being targeted by looters

Troy Moore said the looting and vandalism of local commercial corridors and shopping centers will have a ripple impact on the affected communities.

6 years ago

File - National guard troops help protect Philadelphia police headquarters during a series of protests aimed at police brutality. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Courts & Law
NBC10

National Guard arrives at City Hall after Walter Wallace Jr. killing by police

Earlier this week, Mayor Jim Kenney said the National Guard was called in for "what's going on in the streets right now."

6 years ago

Pennsylvania National Guard and police stand guard in Philadelphia, Wednesday, June 3, 2020. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo)
Politics & Policy

An Election Day role for National Guard? Maybe, but limited

The Guard’s likely roles will be less visible — filling in as poll workers and providing cybersecurity expertise in monitoring potential intrusions into election systems.

6 years ago

Centre County dairy farmer Ron Reese says he's only been affected
Politics & Policy
StateImpact Pennsylvania

As election nears, Pa. farmers — who see climate change effects up close — have a list of things they want from government leaders

For one, it’s less regulation and spending — but others say they want politicians to help the farming community meet the challenges of climate change.

6 years ago

(Tim Tai/Philadelphia Inquirer)
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Trump threatened to withhold aid from Pa. as coronavirus cases, hospitalizations surge. Here’s what you need to know.

The comment "erodes trust" in the federal government’s obligation to help protect people regardless of politics, a national disaster expert said.

6 years ago

Woman with long reddish hair and a red shirt smiles by a scenic overlook
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

They want to vote, but legally can’t. The Pa. voices that won’t be heard

Due to age, immigration status, or lack of a permanent address, millions of Pennsylvanians whose lives will be shaped by the 2020 election cannot vote in it.

6 years ago

Common jams with the Snacktime Band outside the Liacouras Center, a surprise addition to the Cirque d'Vote entertainment for voters waiting in line there. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy
Eyes on the Street

Dear Millennial and Gen Z voters, your ballot matters

The Millennial and Gen Z voter bloc is poised to overtake Baby Boomers in power at the polls.

6 years ago

Rep. Jeff Van Drew of New Jersey (left) and Amy Kennedy
Politics & Policy

A party-flipper and a Kennedy: The buzzy race for N.J.’s 2nd Congressional District

Two years ago, Van Drew managed to win the seat as a conservative Democrat. Now he tries to defend it from Amy Kennedy as a Republican.

6 years ago

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Musicians standing outside a stone building holding their instruments and wearing masks
Arts & Entertainment

A Renaissance band leans on tech for a pandemic performance

For 35 years, Piffaro the Renaissance Band has faithfully played 17th century music. This year, it had to think outside the box.

6 years ago

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