Politics & Policy
David McCormick is gearing up for a Senate run in Pennsylvania. But he lives in Connecticut
As Republicans aim to gain the one seat they need to retake the Senate in next year’s elections, McCormick is a top recruit.
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Pa. state senator would like to see a page taken from his father’s playbook on crime prevention
State Senator Sharif Street would like to see his father, Mayor John Street’s, Safe Streets initiative come back to town.
3 years ago
As Assembly speaker, Sheila Oliver helped Steve Sweeney become Senate president
A political turf war created an “odd couple situation” between the South Jersey conservative and Essex County liberal, but they got things done for the state.
3 years ago
Abington Township approves Economic Development Corporation to revitalize business districts
Officials said the new Economic Development Corporation will revitalize run-down main streets, attract new employers, and support existing small businesses.
3 years ago
New Jerseyans remember Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver as a ‘passionate’ and ‘genuine’ leader
Mourners pay respects to a trailblazing politician at the State House in Trenton. Thursday was day one of a three-day celebration of life.
3 years ago
Iran moves American prisoners to house arrest as a step in a swap for their release
The move comes amid the outlines of a deal after diplomacy between U.S. and Iran via mediators — but nothing is final.
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Pa.’s Whole-Home Repairs money is in limbo despite Shapiro’s budget signature
The popular home repairs program is on a list of spending initiatives a state budget official has said need additional legislation.
3 years ago
Listen 1:19Biden issues an executive order restricting U.S. investments in Chinese technology
Senior administration officials say the effort stemmed from national security goals, rather than economic interests.
3 years ago
Utah man suspected of threatening President Joe Biden shot and killed as FBI served warrant
The shooting is under review by the FBI.
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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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 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.
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