Politics & Policy
House passes bill aimed to combat antisemitism amid college unrest
The Antisemitism Awareness Act would see the adoption of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism.
2 years ago
Biden says ‘order must prevail’ during campus protests over Gaza
“Dissent is essential for democracy," he said at the White House. "But dissent must never lead to disorder.”
2 years ago
The FRA officially deemed the cause of the 2023 CSX train derailment to be a sinkhole. The agency decided not to conduct an in-depth investigation.
2 years ago
GOP Senate hopeful visits Penn encampment: ‘They should be arrested’
David McCormick and other politicians are using the camp for their messaging. Students say they feel unsafe after an attack with an unknown substance and other incidents.
2 years ago
Listen 1:07Democrats advance election bill in Pennsylvania long sought by counties to process ballots faster
The bill passed on party lines, 102-99, as Democrats backed it and Republicans opposed it. It faces long odds in the Republican-controlled chamber.
2 years ago
Citing infrastructure spending and jobs, Philly construction union endorses Biden
Groundbreaking begins on projects under the bipartisan infrastructure bill, earning President Biden key labor support from a prominent local construction union.
2 years ago
Trump may get another chance to be president. He’s planning an aggressive second term
Here's a few takeaways from one of the few longform interviews Trump has given this election cycle.
2 years ago
What marijuana reclassification means for the United States
The proposal would move marijuana from the “Schedule I” group to the less tightly regulated “Schedule III."
2 years ago
Philly Mayor Parker calls for cooperation following school board dispute
Mayor Cherelle Parker warned of outside forces attempting to use the disagreement to drive a wedge between her office and City Council.
2 years ago
Delaware Gov. John Carney announces Wilmington mayoral run
Carney said he was “strongly considering” running last fall after current Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki announced he was retiring. Now he’s officially in the race.
2 years ago
Listen :59Philly spending is under the controller’s microscope after issues at Office of Homeless Services
The goal is to make sure city departments don’t overspend and move the bill for extra costs into another fiscal year.
2 years ago
Listen 1:01Roots told WHYY News that Fred Green and Portia West have two options: Step down from the stormwater authority board or resign from City Council.
2 years ago
Listen 1:25Mayor Parker’s appointed 2026 director to help Philly shine on global stage
There’s a slew of big tourism opportunities in Philadelphia during 2026, so leaders plan to make any economic trickle down more equitable than ever.
2 years ago
Delaware House approves controversial hospital cost review board
Debate lasted more than three hours, at which point House Democrats used a motion to force a vote on the measure.
2 years ago
Still counting: Amen Brown holds narrow lead over Cass Green for 10th District House
Brown is ahead by about 50 votes as City Commissioners evaluate some mail ballots with signature or date errors to determine if they can be counted.
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