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Brian Sims breaks the mold, unseats a long-time incumbent
At a time when so many of us say we’re sick of politicians and want to throw all the bums out, we generally don’t. And ...
14 years ago
Gary Williams ‘surprised’ by resounding special-election victory over Milton Street
Gary Williams has a sizable lead on Milton Street in the 197th special election. With more than 96 percent of the precincts ...
14 years ago
Find the races you care about in our comprehensive election roundup. // Pa. Statewide Races: ...
14 years ago
Romney doubles up on Gingrich in Delaware
Newt Gingrich believed his idea of going back to grassroots level politics would bring him a victory in Delaware. ...
14 years ago
Philadelphia region falls in air quality rankings
While many metro areas around the country have steadily improved air quality, the American Lung Association says its rating for the Phila ...
14 years ago
DeWeese gets prison time in ‘Bonusgate’ corruption
Former Pennsylvania House Speaker Bill DeWeese will serve between two and a half to five years in prison. The usually loquacious G ...
14 years ago
Philadelphia Orchestra, musicians’ pension fund settle
The Philadelphia Orchestra has cleared the last major hurdle in its bankruptcy proceedings. It has negotiated a settlement with the music ...
14 years ago
Checking in at the polls in NW Philadelphia
It was a slow start at many Northwest Philadelphia polls this morning and afternoon as poll workers waited for voters to trickle in. ...
14 years ago