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Rep. Jamie Raskin at his home in Takoma Park, Md. on June 12, 2023.
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Elections
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Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin, free from cancer, weighs a Senate run

Raskin has given himself until July 4th to announce his plans. He's weighing a run for the U.S. Senate after going into remission following intensive cancer treatment.

3 years ago

This handout photo taken from video released Tuesday, June 27, 2023 by Belarus' Presidential Press Office, shows Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko delivering his speech during a ceremony presenting the general's epaulettes in Minsk. President Alexander Lukashenko, a close Putin ally who brokered a deal with Prigozhin to stop the uprising, didn't immediately address Prigozhin's fate in a speech Tuesday. Lukashenko framed the insurrection by Wagner as a significant threat, saying he placed Belarus' armed forces on a combat footing as the mutiny unfolded
International
Military
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Belarus’ president says Prigozhin, who led a weekend rebellion in Russia, is in his country

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko confirmed on Tuesday that Yevgeny Prigozhin, head of the mercenary group Wagner, has arrived in Belarus.

3 years ago

The Moms for Liberty conference is being held at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, across from Reading Terminal Marke
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Billy Penn

What to know about Moms for Liberty, the book-ban backers hosting a summit in Philly this week

Trump, DeSantis and other conservatives will speak at the “Joyful Warriors Summit,” hosted at a Philly Marriott despite elected officials' pleas.

3 years ago

Rowhouses in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood
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Housing
Law
Pennsylvania

Pa. housing advocates say foreclosure prevention program is a ‘nightmare’

The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund launched last year to help homeowners clear mortgage debt. But people are waiting months for assistance.

3 years ago

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Sarah McBride and Katie Couric speak onstage
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Delaware
Elections
LGBTQ

In historic bid, transgender Delaware state Sen. Sarah McBride launches congressional campaign

She would be the first openly transgender person to serve in the U.S. House.

3 years ago

N.J. Capitol building
Business
Food & Drink
New Jersey

New Jersey breweries want fewer restrictions but are up against the clock

The state Senate will consider a measure on Monday lifting some restrictions on breweries like a ban on serving food.

3 years ago

A transit police officer keeps watch on the Market-Frankford line.
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Policing
Public Safety
Transportation

Philly leaders want to ban ski masks to prevent gun violence; opponents say it’s an intrusion on Black youth

Philadelphia City Council members want to ban ski masks in public places following a new SEPTA policy. Experts say it could have harmful consequences for Black youth.

3 years ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin addresses the nation after Yevgeny Prigozhin, the owner of the Wagner Group military company, called for armed rebellion and reached the southern city of Rostov-on-Don with his troops, in Moscow
NPR
Government
International
Military

The mutiny in Russia may be over. But it still damages Putin

Analysts say the serious challenge to the Russian president will diminish his authority.

3 years ago

Aerial view of Dewey Beach
Business
Delaware
Politics

Dewey Beach says ‘no’ to marijuana sales

The beach town’s council voted unanimously to prohibit marijuana dispensaries or production facilities from being built within town limits.

3 years ago

Putin is shown on a screen as he speaks in the background.
International
Military
Politics

Rebellious Wagner Group leader orders troops back to Ukraine after stunning march toward Moscow

The head of the private Russian military company Wagner says he has ordered his mercenaries to halt their march on Moscow and retreat to their field camps in Ukraine.

3 years ago

The Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg
Environment
Pennsylvania
Politics
Public Health

Safety, oversight concerns raised as Pa. lawmakers pursue billions for hydrogen hubs

Pennsylvania is reaching for billions in federal dollars to build hydrogen hubs. Lawmakers and environmentalists fear the state isn’t prepared to take on oversight duties.

3 years ago

President Biden gives his State of the Union speech.
NPR
Government
Government Accountability
National

House opens impeachment probe of Biden after GOP leaders head off push to vote now

The House of Representatives approved a resolution referring articles of impeachment against President Biden to two committees — slowing down a push from House conservatives.

3 years ago

The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Delaware
Economy
Government

House lawmakers in Delaware approve $5.6 billion budget for fiscal year starting July 1

House members voted 32-8 for the operating budget and 33-7 for the supplemental bill.

3 years ago

Aerial view of the Vine Street Expressway on a sunny day.
Law
Pennsylvania
Politics
Public Safety
Streets & Roads

Pennsylvania Senate votes to expand ban on using cell phones while driving

The Pa. state Senate wants to expand a ban on texting while driving and is advancing legislation that increases the penalties for motorists who are handling their cell phones.

3 years ago

A close-up of the green dome of the Pa. State Capitol.
Employment
K-12
Pennsylvania
Politics

Pennsylvania House lawmakers pass bill to recruit more educators by offering $10K stipends

A measure that would give student teachers a stipend while they’re in the classroom for their degree passed the Pa. House of Representatives on Thursday.

3 years ago

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