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Former President Donald Trump speaks at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Fla., Nov. 15, 2022.
Government Accountability
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Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election and block transfer of power

The indictment focuses on schemes by Trump and his allies to subvert the transfer of power and keep him in office despite his loss to Joe Biden.

2 years ago

Land-based windmills turn in the wind in Atlantic City, N.J., on April 28, 2022.
Business
Energy
Government
New Jersey

New Jersey offshore wind opponents sue state and developer to block tax breaks

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law that allows one offshore wind developer — the Danish company Orsted — to keep tax credits it had agreed to pass on to ratepayers.

2 years ago

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Government
Infrastructure
Pennsylvania
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Pa. Gov. Shapiro says millions will go to help train workers for infrastructure projects

Organizations doing infrastructure work stand to benefit significantly from a new training program.

2 years ago

Sheila Oliver
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New Jersey

New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver dies from undisclosed medical issue

Oliver was the first Black lieutenant governor in the state’s history. She was hospitalized Monday for undisclosed medical issues.

2 years ago

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An elector for President Joe Biden fills out their ballot in Harrisburg in December 2020.
Criminal Justice
Elections
Government
Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

Why Trump’s ‘fake electors’ in Pennsylvania are likely to avoid prosecution

In seven states, Trump allies sent electoral votes for him to Congress despite his loss. Some are facing investigations and criminal charges, but the saga has a twist in Pa.

2 years ago

Welcome to Upper Darby sign
Government Accountability
Pennsylvania

Upper Darby parking director faces theft charges related to funds collected from parking meters

The Delco DA’s Office alleges the official used a portion of parking meter funds to pay for “food, birthday cakes, office parties, and restaurant trips” for herself and staff.

2 years ago

The Capital Building in Harrisburg, Pa.
Government
Government Accountability
Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

Pa. begins to miss education, human services payments as budget impasse continues

A dispute over private school vouchers has left Pennsylvania’s budget undone. The consequences for schools and counties are starting to emerge.

2 years ago

A closeup of Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver
Government
New Jersey

N.J. Lt. Gov. Oliver hospitalized, Sen. Pres. Scutari now acting governor

Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver was serving as acting governor while Gov. Phil Murphy travels out of state, but she’s been taken to the hospital.

2 years ago

At left, Bill Rohrer, co-owner of The Farm, works with business partner Bill Owens working on marijuana plants.
Business
Delaware
Government
Politics

Why won’t Delaware let medical weed dispensaries kick off retail sales, like New Jersey and Maryland did?

One medical provider says dispensaries already have the infrastructure and know-how to provide safe, legal products. Some say that would be an unfair advantage.

2 years ago

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Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy
National
Politics

Members of Congress break for August with no clear path to avoiding a shutdown this fall

Lawmakers broke for their August recess this week with many worried about whether they can avoid a partial government shutdown upon their return.

2 years ago

Ron DeSantis, governor of Florida, speaks during a campaign event at Olde Boston's Restaurant & Pub in Fort Dodge, Iowa, US, on Friday, July 14, 2023. The Federal Election Commission report due Saturday for the second quarter of 2023 will give indications how effectively DeSantis is reaching average people who donate small amounts, a proxy of grassroots support. Photographer: Rachel Mummey/Bloomberg
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Elections
Politics

Presidential primaries have seen dramatic comebacks. Could DeSantis ’24 be next?

Ron DeSantis' 2024 presidential campaign seems to be losing steam. However, there have been campaigns from past presidential candidates that have bounced back from the brink.

2 years ago

cars submerged in flood waters
Economy
Environment
Pennsylvania
Sustainability
StateImpact Pennsylvania

Climate adaptation carries a $15 billion price tag for Pa. towns, study says

The analysis was created by the Center for Climate Integrity, an advocacy group that aims to hold polluters accountable.

2 years ago

Mike Schlossberg speaking at a podium
Government Accountability
Mental Health
Pennsylvania
Public Health
Spotlight PA

Democrats say stalled Pa. budget leaves behind adult mental health patients

In 2022, Pennsylvania lawmakers promised to spend $100 million on adult mental health services. This year’s budget uses the money for a different purpose.

2 years ago

File photo: Eva Stebel, water researcher, pours a water sample into a smaller glass container for experimentation as part of drinking water and PFAS research at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Center For Environmental Solutions and Emergency Response, Feb. 16, 2023, in Cincinnati.
Business
National
Public Health

22 attorneys general, including Pa. and N.J., oppose 3M settlement over water systems contamination with ‘forever chemicals’

The deal was reached in June between manufacturer 3M and attorneys representing hundreds of communities that have sued the company.

2 years ago

File photo: President Joe Biden speaks in the East Room of the White House in Washington, July 25, 2023.
Government
Health Care
Medicine
Public Health

Biden announces an advanced cancer research initiative as part of his ‘moonshot’ effort

Biden's administration said Thursday its Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health is seeking ideas from the public and private sectors.

2 years ago

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