
Politics & Policy
What closes and what keeps running in a federal government shutdown
Although most major federal agencies have not announced their plans for what would stay open and closed during a potential shutdown, here's what we see could be affected.
2 years ago
Possible government shutdown draws closer. Here’s how millions of Pennsylvanians could be impacted
At Pennsylvania airports, more than 35,000 passengers a day could be affected by potential TSA delays.
2 years ago
Ex-Philly mayoral candidate Maria Quiñones Sánchez lands new gig at City Hall
The $150k position is temporary, she said.
2 years ago
Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California dies at 90
Feinstein, the oldest sitting U.S. senator, was a passionate advocate for liberal priorities important to her state.
2 years ago
Advocates say most people don’t realize what it’s like inside a dispensary, citing false narratives about “drug dens.”
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The measure was introduced by first-term legislator Eric Buckson, who says it’s good policy to “let fresh ideas and fresh blood present themselves.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:47Shutdown’s shadow, Biden’s speech and arguing the case: Takeaways from the House impeachment hearing
House lawmakers are facing a resistance in the Senate from Republicans who are worried about the political ramifications of another impeachment.
2 years ago
Menendez tells Senate colleagues he won’t resign, remains defiant amid bribery charges
Speaking at a closed-door caucus luncheon on Thursday in the Capitol, Menendez echoed his previous public statements in response to last week’s indictment.
2 years ago
Top Shapiro staffer was accused of sexual harassment before resigning
Mike Vereb, an aide to Pennsylvania’s governor, was accused months ago by a fellow staffer of sexual harassment.
2 years ago
Feds offer students new protections against programs that lead to high debt, low pay
The Biden administration is cracking down on for-profit college programs that don't adequately prepare graduates for gainful employment and leave them with unaffordable loans.
2 years ago
Pa. lawmakers are still trying to finish the budget 3 months after the deadline
Hundreds of millions of dollars for the poorest schools, student mental health grants, and more are in limbo.
2 years ago
Suit yourselves: The Senate formalizes a dress code just days after ditching it
On Wednesday, lawmakers voted unanimously to codify business casual on the Senate floor.
2 years ago
A government shutdown is nearing this weekend. What does it mean, who’s hit and what’s next?
Federal agencies will stop all actions deemed non-essential, and millions of federal employees, including members of the military, won't receive paychecks.
2 years ago
House Republicans make their case for Biden impeachment inquiry at first hearing
The impeachment inquiry hearing is taking place as the federal government is days away from what is likely to be a damaging government shutdown.
2 years ago
6 takeaways from the second GOP debate
The second Republican debate wrapped up with seven candidates attempting to break away from the front-runner, former President Donald Trump.
2 years ago