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How Philly was shaped by a lengthy rogues’ gallery of corruption

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Democrats advance gun-control bills in Pennsylvania House

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Cherelle Parker’s campaign back on track after dental emergency sidelined the winner of Philly mayoral primary

Parker said she’s rested and ready to continue her run for mayor, which many believe she will likely win.

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Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C. gives remarks at his presidential campaign announcement event at his alma mater, Charleston Southern University, on Monday, May 22, 2023, in North Charleston, S.C. Scott formalized his bid last week with federal campaign paperwork. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)
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Republican Sen. Tim Scott is officially running for president

Scott made his run official with this statement from a stage at Charleston Southern University, his alma mater.

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Spotlight PA

How Local Government Works: Are government officials’ personal social media posts public records?

A recent decision by the Pa. Commonwealth Court established a new three-factor test to judge when social posts on public officials' personal accounts are public records.

3 years ago

Four-term incumbent U.S. Sen. Tom Carper announced he was not seeking re-election in 2024 during a speech at the redeveloped Wilmington Riverfront that his gubernatorial administration helped create in the 1990s. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
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Four-term incumbent U.S. Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware won’t seek re-election in 2024

The 76-year-old Democrat has won a record 14 straight statewide races since 1976. Besides the Senate seat, he’s been governor, U.S. representative, and treasurer.

3 years ago

Cherelle Parker supporters (from left) Wanda Davis, Melody Baysmore, and Kittura Dior, celebrate her win in the Philadelphia Democratic mayoral primary.
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Cherelle Parker’s coalition was powered in part by women seeking a steady hand

3 years ago

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Back in hoodies and gym shorts, Fetterman tackles Senate life after depression treatment

People close to Fetterman say his relaxed, comfortable style is a sign that the senator is making a robust recovery after six weeks of inpatient treatment for depression.

3 years ago

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Sen. Tim Scott files paperwork to run for president in the 2024 election

This decision arose after Sen Scott's "Faith in America" tour, where he traveled the country, sharing his vision for America.

3 years ago

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New Jersey official says recent spate of whale deaths is linked to climate change

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Feinstein’s office details previously unknown complications from shingles illness

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Lake Erie along Pennsylvania’s shoreline on its way to becoming national marine sanctuary

A formal designation could still take several years and it wouldn’t change existing regulations around the use of the lake.

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Philadelphia
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Parker delivers quasi-victory speech in radio interview after hospitalization

Parker was quick to point out that the election is not over. She’s now focusing on her general election opponent, David Oh.

3 years ago

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CNN’s Amanpour criticizes network’s decision to hold Trump town hall

Amanpour became the network's most prominent journalist to publicly criticize the decision to host Donald Trump for a town hall in New Hampshire last week.

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