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Pa. budget hearings dredge up police funding conundrum (again)
Pennsylvania lawmakers are trying to figure out a better way to pay for state police.
6 years ago
New Jersey Dems seek to help wealthy in response to tax changes
Resistance to the Republican tax overhaul comes with an ideological twist for some Democratic state officials.
6 years ago
Before Trump announced tariffs, Icahn sold off millions in steel-related stocks
Carl Icahn, a billionaire investor and Trump's former "special adviser to the president on regulatory reform," sold the shares between Feb. 12 and Feb. 22.
6 years ago
Spotify cops to its problems, reveals massive ambitions of its founder
"Feels great to have the cat out of the bag. Transparency breeds trust," Spotify CEO Daniel Ek tweeted, just after the SEC published his company's 256-page financial opus.
6 years ago
Sports betting’s future comes down to line on young players
As the push to legalize sports gambling nears a crucial Supreme Court decision, states hoping to reap a financial windfall could face another hurdle: Attracting young players.
6 years ago
Depth of Russian politician’s cultivation of NRA ties revealed
A prominent Kremlin-linked Russian politician has methodically cultivated ties with leaders of the National Rifle Association, and documented efforts in real time.
6 years ago
Recent court ruling opens a door for homeowners to appeal tax bill
When Ruokai Chen saw his real estate taxes jump up in 2016, the actuary with a degree from the Curtis Institute of Music decided to do some digging.
6 years ago
Listen 2:40Philly DA Krasner calls lien over unpaid taxes an ‘oversight’
Krasner, according to city records, ignored his 2017 tax bill so long that the Philadelphia Department of Revenue took him to court to recover some $10,000 in overdue taxes.
6 years ago
Uber launches service to get people to the doctor’s office
The rides can be scheduled for patients through doctor's offices, by receptionists or other staffers.
6 years ago
Pa. lawmakers rack up bills as redistricting battle rages on
Over the last several months, Pennsylvania's House and Senate have spent over $3.5 million on congressional redistricting.
6 years ago
Challenge to Murdoch: Comcast also bids for Sky
Comcast's CEO, Brian Roberts, said his company would use Sky as a platform to grow in Europe.
6 years ago
Automakers say Trump’s anti-NAFTA push could upend their industry
NAFTA touches almost every business sector — few more than the car industry.
6 years ago
Coal jobs have gone up under Trump, but not because of his policies
A review of data from the Mine Safety and Health Administration shows 1,001 more U.S. coal jobs last year compared with 2016.
6 years ago
New report finds climate change could take a $1B bite from winter sports
Low and variable snowfall is expected to become more commonplace as the climate warms.
6 years ago
Pennsylvania gaming expansion proceeds, with a few bumps in the road
All told, the state has made almost $120 million on new casino fees — $20 million more than lawmakers anticipated.
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