
Politics & Policy
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis launches 2024 GOP presidential campaign to challenge Trump
Questions loom about his readiness for the national stage. But DeSantis is seen as Trump’s strongest Republican rival.
2 years ago
After losing Philly mayoral primary, former Democratic candidates rally behind Cherelle Parker
In the aftermath of the primary, Parker and her former contenders stress that the election is far from over.
2 years ago
Delaware committee approves state pay raises, adds funds for marijuana industry
The committee added more than $2.2 million and 34 new positions to Carney’s recommended budget to begin implementing a state-licensed and regulated marijuana industry.
2 years ago
Pa. is sitting on billions in unclaimed property. This bill would get some of it back to its owners
State Treasurer Stacy Garrity has proposed legislation that would allow Pa. to automatically return some unclaimed money to people with no action required on their part.
2 years ago
How Philly was shaped by a lengthy rogues’ gallery of corruption
Did you know the failed 1926 sesquicentennial celebration is basically why we have a wage tax?
2 years ago
Democrats advance gun-control bills in Pennsylvania House
The party describes the proposals as relatively moderate measures to cut down on gun trafficking, suicide deaths, accidental shootings and day-to-day violence
2 years ago
Parker said she’s rested and ready to continue her run for mayor, which many believe she will likely win.
2 years ago
Listen 1:15How Local Government Works: Are government officials’ personal social media posts public records?
A recent decision by the Pa. Commonwealth Court established a new three-factor test to judge when social posts on public officials' personal accounts are public records.
2 years ago
Four-term incumbent U.S. Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware won’t seek re-election in 2024
The 76-year-old Democrat has won a record 14 straight statewide races since 1976. Besides the Senate seat, he’s been governor, U.S. representative, and treasurer.
2 years ago
Back in hoodies and gym shorts, Fetterman tackles Senate life after depression treatment
People close to Fetterman say his relaxed, comfortable style is a sign that the senator is making a robust recovery after six weeks of inpatient treatment for depression.
2 years ago
New Jersey official says recent spate of whale deaths is linked to climate change
Outcry over whale deaths has intensified, and everyone is looking for an explanation.
2 years ago
Feinstein’s office details previously unknown complications from shingles illness
Feinstein's office on Thursday said she contracted encephalitis while recovering from the singles virus earlier this year.
2 years ago
Lake Erie along Pennsylvania’s shoreline on its way to becoming national marine sanctuary
A formal designation could still take several years and it wouldn’t change existing regulations around the use of the lake.
2 years ago
Parker delivers quasi-victory speech in radio interview after hospitalization
Parker was quick to point out that the election is not over. She’s now focusing on her general election opponent, David Oh.
2 years ago