Politics & Policy
N.J.’s strict plastic bag ban goes into effect next month
Stores in New Jersey will be prohibited from providing single-use plastic carryout bags, paper carryout bags, and polystyrene foam containers.
2 years ago
What do we know about Pennsylvania Senate candidates’ personal finances?
From the millionaires to the candidates just collecting a paycheck, a look at the earnings disclosures of Dems and Republicans running for U.S. Senate.
2 years ago
States look for solutions as U.S. fentanyl deaths keep rising
With fentanyl driving fatal overdoses to record levels in the U.S., state governments are scrambling for solutions.
2 years ago
Philly lawmaker wants to resurrect community policing
City Council President Clarke’s goal is to embed officers in communities to build relationships that could lead to a decrease in the violence that has plagued Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Ukrainian forces retake areas near Kyiv amid fear of traps
Ukraine and its Western allies on Saturday reported mounting evidence of Russia withdrawing its forces from around Kyiv and building up troop strength in eastern Ukraine.
2 years ago
Federal dollars to help Delaware ease traffic congestion around Christiana Mall
The $160 million stems from the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill. Part of the funds will help alleviate flooding in low-lying areas such as Bowers Beach.
2 years ago
Rep. Cawthorn’s sordid tales of life in Congress frustrate GOP leadership
The GOP freshman accused his colleagues of drug use and hosting orgies, without offering any evidence or specific details. It triggered a swifter response from party leaders.
2 years ago
Lamb revives gun incident to attack Fetterman in Pa. Senate race
The accusation marks a sharp escalation in tone between candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for a critical Senate seat in the May 17 primary.
2 years ago
COVID-19 asylum limits at U.S.-Mexico border to end May 23
The policy will end on paper April 1, but it will not take effect until May 23, to allow border officials time to prepare.
2 years ago
New federal flood insurance pricing system brings big savings to flood-prone Eastwick
FEMA’s “Risk Rating 2.0” more accurately reflects flood risk and the cost to rebuild after a flood. This means some owners will no longer overpay.
2 years ago
Listen 4:08Philly’s plastic bag ban is now fully in effect — enforcement included
After a six-month “awareness, education, and warning” period, the plastic bag ban now comes with financial penalties.
2 years ago
Jared Kushner provided ‘helpful’ details to the Jan. 6 committee, a panel member says
Donald Trump's son-in-law substantiated information and provided his own take on different reports on the Jan. 6 attack, Democratic Rep. Elaine Luria said.
2 years ago
House passes bill to cap insulin prices
The chamber voted on a bill that caps the price of insulin at $35 a month but fate for the legislation in the Senate is unclear.
2 years ago
On Transgender Day of Visibility, White House announces moves to expand trans rights
The administration's announcement comes as several Republican-led states have passed anti-trans legislation in the last few months, which the White House calls "un-American."
2 years ago
$5.6 billion Philly budget officially introduced in City Council
The mayor’s $5.6 billion spending plan looks like it will have fewer changes than usual this year in part because there are no tax increases proposed.
2 years ago