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Race to watch: Chester County GOP tests Democrats’ first-ever majority on Board of Commissioners

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Abortion, parental rights, and offshore wind are big issues in the New Jersey election this year

Although experts predict a low turnout at the polls, New Jersey candidates and voters are focused on several key issues this November.

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Philly’s next mayor will oversee preparations for the pivotal year 2026

The major events landing in Philly in 2026 could be transformative. It all happens on the next mayor’s watch.

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Pennsylvania’s voting law is filled with obsolete provisions, troublesome conflicts

Pennsylvania’s voting law has not had a comprehensive overhaul since 1937. That’s had consequences for election officials.

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Cherelle Parker hopes to join growing class of Black women elected to higher office

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Gov. Murphy slams Orsted for ditching offshore wind, company says it was just business

The Danish company says inflation, supply chain issues, and rising interest rates gave them no choice but to pull out of Ocean Wind 1 and 2.

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Race to watch: All 3 Montco Board of Commissioners seats are up for election

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Pa. House passes anti-hate legislation, expanding protections to people targeted for their race, gender identity, disability, and more

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Israeli airstrikes crush apartments in Gaza refugee camp, as ground troops battle Hamas militants

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Spending passes $17M in Pennsylvania high court campaign as billionaires, unions and lawyers dig in

The contest will not change the fact that Democrats hold a majority on the seven-member court, but it could narrow the Democratic majority to a one-vote margin, 4-3.

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Race to watch: All 3 seats on Bucks County’s Board of Commissioners are up for grabs

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