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George Norcross smiles
Government Accountability
New Jersey
Race & Ethnicity

The New Jersey NAACP is defending George Norcross and his allies in the racketeering case. Camden activists are concerned

Activists are concerned that the New Jersey NAACP State Conference entered amicus briefs on behalf of Norcross and his enterprise without the national office’s permission.

1 week ago

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State Senator Frank Farry (left) and Speaker of the State House Joanna McClinton (right) make their cases for a fair SEPTA funding solution.
Studio 2
Infrastructure
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Transportation

Republican and Democratic lawmakers debate SEPTA funding

The fight over funding public transit has revealed an even bigger rift in Pennsylvania. There is a growing and often tense divide between urban and rural parts of the state.

Air Date: August 20, 2025 12:00 pm

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People milling about in the interchange hallway of a SEPTA station
Economy
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Transportation

Chester County lawmaker eyes plan to protect Philly-area tax revenue — and SEPTA

State Rep. Melissa Shusterman, D-Chester, is circulating a plan to divide up state tax revenue into three regions to sidestep future funding disputes.

1 week ago

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Donald Trump looks on
Elections
National
Politics

Trump vows to change how elections are run. The U.S. Constitution doesn’t give him that power

The president pledged on his social media site that he would do away with mail voting and voting machines. The same post also pushed falsehoods about voting.

1 week ago

Stacy Garrity
Elections
Government
Pennsylvania

State treasurer Stacy Garrity launches bid for governor, strikes at Gov. Shapiro in launch video

Garrity appears to be positioning herself as the obvious Republican candidate as she attempts to straddle the line between MAGA and mainstream.

1 week ago

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Left: President Trump and President Zelenskyy. Right: President Trump and President Putin (Photo Credit: AP News)
Studio 2
National
Policing
Politics

Trump places DC police under federal control; Zelenskyy in the US – news roundtable

Zelenskyy meets Trump Monday to discuss. Meanwhile, Trump put Washington, D.C. police under federal control, hinting at nationwide expansion. A panel of journalists discuss.

Air Date: August 18, 2025 12:00 pm

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Poll workers Maria Moreira, Lincoln High School class of ’23 (left) and senior Victorya Santos at work in the school’s gymnasium
Elections
Philadelphia

Philadelphia City Commissioners and voting advocates celebrate poll workers and launch effort to recruit next generation

Events throughout the city will honor the “unsung heroes” who help elections run smoothly and recruit more young people to work the polls.

2 weeks ago

Listen 0:55
A man walks into a polling place at a Hoboken Fire Department firehouse during Election Day
Elections
New Jersey

New Jersey election 2025: What you need to know before you vote

New Jersey’s general election is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.

2 weeks ago

Cherelle Parker and Kevin Bethel speak
Employment
Philadelphia
Policing

Mayor Parker announces new contract for Philadelphia police officers

The mayor said the agreement with the police union would cost the city $343 million over five years and would allow civilians to take over more administrative tasks.

2 weeks ago

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Philadelphia residents write questions they have about SEPTA funding
Community Events
Philadelphia
Politics
Transportation

‘It’s extremely frustrating’: Pennsylvania leaders discuss budget hang-ups at Northeast Philly open house as SEPTA deadline expires

As the Pennsylvania legislature continues to haggle over a budget, SEPTA says it will move forward with cuts as planned.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:41
Federal agents standing in the street with D.C. police
Government
Pennsylvania
Policing

Pennsylvania legislator to introduce bill blocking federal takeover of local police

State Sen. Art Haywood, of Montgomery County, wants to prevent President Donald Trump from taking over police in Pennsylvania like he did in Washington, D.C.

2 weeks ago

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Mike Castle smiles
Delaware
Government
Politics

Mike Castle, longtime Delaware congressman and governor, dies

Castle was one of the most successful elected officials in Delaware history, serving two terms as governor and nine terms in the U.S. House.

2 weeks ago

Bucks County residents hold signs at a SEPTA funding rally
Government
Pennsylvania
Transportation

Bucks County Democrats, elected officials urge state legislators to fund SEPTA ahead of deadline

Elected officials and residents expressed concerns over how SEPTA cuts could impact students, seniors and commuters who live in the suburbs.

2 weeks ago

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Matt Meyer and legislators signing the Delaware inspector general bill
Delaware
Government
Government Accountability

‘Restore faith’: Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer signs legislation creating an independent Inspector General Office

Delaware got an “F” for government accountability and ethics a decade ago from the Center for Public Integrity.

2 weeks ago

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Offshore turbines operate at the Block Island Wind Farm
Delaware
Energy
Environment
Government Accountability

Controversial Delaware offshore wind project in jeopardy as Trump administration pulls back on clean energy plans

Democratic state lawmakers recently passed a controversial bill to move the Delmarva Peninsula project forward, overriding the denial of a local land use permit.

2 weeks ago

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