
Politics & Policy
Pennsylvania’s ‘fake electors’ are unlikely to face consequences. Here’s what they’re up to.
Some serve as leaders of Pa.’s Republican party, or have influence in local and national politics.
2 years ago
How many voters does it take to make a majority? Why Ohio’s Issue 1 is controversial
Issue 1 would make it harder to pass future constitutional amendments and will make it next to impossible for citizens and groups to get amendments to the ballot at all.
2 years ago
Harris says new rule means ‘thousands of dollars’ for workers on federal construction projects
Harris' office says 1 million construction workers with jobs on $200 billion worth of federally supported projects will benefit.
2 years ago
Some states are trying to boost youth voter registration. Here’s what they’re doing
States are adopting policies to increase voter registration, including for young people. Those policies include automatic voter registration and pre-registration before 18.
2 years ago
3-day celebration of life planned to honor late N.J. Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver
"Sheila was not only a distinguished public servant, but also our cherished daughter," her family said.
2 years ago
Governor signs Pennsylvania’s main budget, leaving work ahead for some programs’ funding
Pennsylvania's state budget moved closer to completion on Thursday.
2 years ago
The two new laws pave the way for more EVs on Delaware roads as advocates hope the state environmental secretary takes an even stronger step.
2 years ago
Listen 1:31Upper Darby parking enforcement director resigns after theft charges
The former parking chief was placed on administrative leave after theft allegations surfaced. Sekela Coles’ attorney said she officially resigned on Wednesday.
2 years ago
Proposed relief for child sex abuse survivors won’t reach Pa. ballot in 2023
A measure that would give thousands of survivors a two-year window to seek monetary damages against their abusers is caught up in a politicized battle.
2 years ago
What a Rehoboth Beach beach vacation looks like for President Biden
When you're the president, vacation involves secret service, coordination with police, crowds of people watching you on the beach and the possibility that at any moment the jo
2 years ago
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy leaving Italy vacation early after death of lieutenant governor
Lt. Gov. Oliver died after a short stay at a hospital for an undisclosed medical issue. Senate President Nicholas Scutari is serving as acting governor until Murphy returns.
2 years ago
Pa. counties face uncertainty as they grapple with how to spend opioid settlement funds
A drug task force, a county detective, and body scanner at a county jail are some of the proposed uses that county officials across the state have sought clarity on.
2 years ago
The U.S. loses its top AAA rating from Fitch over worries about the nation’s finances
Fitch cut the federal government's top rating, citing rising deficits and a steady deterioration in governance over the last two decades.
2 years ago
Trump indictment spells out connections to Pennsylvania in efforts to overturn election
Tuesday's indictment lists a co-conspirator who spread disinformation at a November 2020 meeting in Pa. The meeting was arranged by Giuliani and presided over by Mastriano.
2 years ago
A campaign of ‘fraud and deceit’: 7 takeaways from Trump’s 3rd indictment
The newest charges include conspiracy to defraud the U.S. government and conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, the congressional certification of Biden's victory.
2 years ago