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Cecelia Peterson and Dan Pollock move a table at a polling place
Politics & Policy

Former Philly Election Commissioner Al Schmidt, local officials ask Congress for more support and protection for poll workers

Violence and harassment are driving America’s poll workers from their posts. Election officials say Congress can help.

3 years ago

Navy Adm. Lisa Franchetti speaks during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on her nomination for reappointment to the grade of admiral and to be Chief of Naval Operations, Sept. 14, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)
Politics & Policy

Senate sidesteps Tuberville’s hold and confirms new Navy head, first female on Joint Chiefs of Staff

Tuberville has drawn bipartisan criticism for holding up almost 400 military nominations in an effort to protest Pentagon abortion policy.

3 years ago

Ken Curry posing for a photo.
Politics & Policy

What do Philly’s small business owners want from the city’s 100th mayor? ‘Fix everything’

As they prepare to cast their ballots in the general election, some small business owners say they’re frustrated over a lack of city support.

3 years ago

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The screen at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans honors Tyre Nichols before an NBA basketball game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Washington Wizards, Jan. 28, 2023
Courts & Law

Prosecutor: Former Memphis officer pleads guilty to state and federal charges in Tyre Nichols’ death

The remaining four officers have a May 6 trial date in federal court. A trial has not yet been set in state court.

3 years ago

In this Oct. 29, 2008, file photo, a drilling rig used to extract natural gas from the Marcellus Shale, located on a hill above a pond on John Dunn's farm in the Washington County borough of Houston, Pa.
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania to partner with natural gas driller on in-depth study of air emissions, water quality

State officials are touting the collaboration with CNX Resources Corp. as the first of its kind.

3 years ago

Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women
Courts & Law

Gov. Murphy closes part of N.J.’s only women’s prison amid reports of misconduct there

The move partly fulfills a promise made more than two years ago to close the facility amid reports of sexual abuse and misconduct there.

3 years ago

Taylor Swift on stage
Politics & Policy

New Jersey governor spent $12K on stadium events, including a Taylor Swift concert

A Murphy spokesperson said the Democratic State Committee was expected to cover the stadium costs.

3 years ago

WHYY News Business Breakfast
Politics & Policy

Philly business leaders say the next mayor needs to tackle public safety, jobs, and social equity

Philadelphia will soon have a new mayor. Here’s what local business leaders say they want the next leader to prioritize.

3 years ago

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Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy holds up the trophy after Game 5 of the baseball World Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, in Phoenix. The Rangers won 5-0 to win the series 4-1.
Community

Texas Rangers win first World Series title with 5-0 victory over Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 5

In his first season with Texas, manager Bruce Bochy won his fourth World Series title 13 years to the day after his first.

3 years ago

Food trucks lined up on the street.
Community

Philly food trucks are still giving out plastic bags despite ban, advocates say

Unpredictable sales and tight margins make it hard for food trucks to source anything but the cheapest bags, a former food truck operator said.

3 years ago

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Abdul Matin Malikzadah throws bowls on his potters wheel at the Contemporary Craft Show
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

‘Macbeth’ remixed, Oysterfest, ‘Wicked,’ and Tailsgate at the Linc in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

Nov. 2 - 5: Anthony Hamilton & Friends at the Met Philadelphia, “Curious Incident of the Dog in Nighttime’’ in N.J., and “The Moth” in Del. are among the weekend’s highlights.

3 years ago

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A Wilmington police car
Courts & Law

‘All standards fly out the window’: NAACP accuses Wilmington police of unconstitutional searches, traffic stops

The lawsuit claims city cops bend the rules to search for evidence, especially with probationers, but Mayor Purzycki calls the allegations “offensive.”

3 years ago

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Left to right, headshots of Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, Eric Roe, and Dave Sommers.
Politics & Policy

Race to watch: Chester County GOP tests Democrats’ first-ever majority on Board of Commissioners

The four candidates honed in on housing affordability, land preservation, government spending, and public safety as the big ticket issues.

3 years ago

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New Jersey voter casts ballot
Politics & Policy

Abortion, parental rights, and offshore wind are big issues in the New Jersey election this year

Although experts predict a low turnout at the polls, New Jersey candidates and voters are focused on several key issues this November.

3 years ago

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Philadelphia's skyline
Politics & Policy

Philly’s next mayor will oversee preparations for the pivotal year 2026

The major events landing in Philly in 2026 could be transformative. It all happens on the next mayor’s watch.

3 years ago

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