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Pa. House passes $15 minimum wage bill

It has an uncertain future in the Republican-controlled Senate.

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Pennsylvania

Pa. House passes tax credit for new police officers, teachers and nurses

The bill would provide a $2,500 annual tax credit for three years for residents after they become certified, or after they move to Pa. with a state-recognized credential

2 years ago

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Energy
Environment
New Jersey

Offshore wind foes in New Jersey gathering force legally and politically

The offshore project is New Jersey's first, and a U.S. subsidiary of Danish wind developer Orsted could begin construction this year if remaining approvals are obtained.

2 years ago

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Some states are restricting abortion. Others are spending millions to fund it

As a growing number of states restrict abortion, other states and some local municipalities are substantially increasing funding for abortion.

2 years ago

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‘Profound differences’ remain between U.S. and China, Secretary Blinken says

As U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wraps up two days of diplomatic talks in Beijing, he said the two world powers must maintain communication despite "profound" differe

2 years ago

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Gun Violence
Philadelphia
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Philadelphia City Council is poised to pass a new budget tackling public safety. Here’s what’s in it

This Thursday, City Council will approve a fiscal year 2024 budget. The current proposal includes public safety items such as policing and neighborhood cleanup.

2 years ago

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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken (left) shakes hands with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang, right, at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, China, Sunday, June 18, 2023
Economy
Government
International
Military

U.S., China remain at odds on numerous issues as Blinken finishes first day of meetings in Beijing

U.S. officials say Secretary of State Antony Blinken was able on Sunday to secure a visit to Washington by Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang during a nearly 6-hour meeting.

2 years ago

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Government
National
Philadelphia
Politics

Biden takes helicopter tour of I-95; Shapiro says it will re-open within two weeks

“I’ve directed my team...to move heaven and earth to get this done as soon as humanly possible,” Biden said.

2 years ago

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Government Accountability
Politics

Daniel Ellsberg, who leaked Pentagon Papers exposing Vietnam War secrets, dies at 92

Ellsberg had announced in February that he was terminally ill with pancreatic cancer. A letter released by his family says he died Friday morning.

2 years ago

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Government
Infrastructure
Pennsylvania

After Towamencin Supervisors say they intend to move forward with sewer sale, residents push back again

Towamencin residents spoke for an hour of public comment, mostly urging the supervisors to respect the people’s vote.

2 years ago

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Who’s running for president? See a rundown of the 2024 candidates

Here's a look at the candidates competing for the Republican and Democratic nominations.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
Public Safety

Philly City Council member calls for ski mask ban in public

The proposal seeks to ban wearing ski masks — or other full face coverings — in schools, city facilities, or on any mode of public transportation.

2 years ago

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Government
Pennsylvania
Policing

Pennsylvania House OKs bills to increase phone bill fees to support 911, 988

The funds will support equipment, operations and new technology, sponsors said.

2 years ago

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Government
Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

Pa. lawmakers ask for investigations after gaming regulators met privately with casino lobbyists

Lobbyists for Parx Casino embarked on an intense, behind-the-scenes effort to get the Gaming Control Board to abandon its hands-off stance toward a major competitor.

2 years ago

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Government
K-12
Pennsylvania

Pa. budget 2023: How a landmark school funding lawsuit is shaping negotiations

How to fix Pennsylvania’s school funding system is front and center during this year’s budget negotiations in the wake of a landmark Commonwealth Court ruling.

2 years ago

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